Dental Assistant

Dental Care on Port Royal is looking for a Part Time Dental Assistant to work with our team every Friday from 6:30am-3:30pm. Experience preferred, new Dental Assistant graduates who are motivated and eager to learn are encouraged to apply! Why Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences. As a Dental Assistant As a Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state‑of‑the‑art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve. More About The Role Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, while sustaining patient comfort and providing appropriate education throughout treatment. Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care. Take and process x‑rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.). Provide superior chairside assistance (four‑handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act. Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping. Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations. Manage supply and inventory levels, place and expedite orders as needed. Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow. What You’ll Gain Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off). Front‑loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential. Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential. About Dental Care On Port Royal Dental Care on Port Royal, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join a 9 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community. Our practice is located at 1005 Jim Warren Pkwy in Spring Hill, TN. Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment. Dental assistant certification. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required; the individual must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental setting. Dentrix or other dental software experience. Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times. Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year. A tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions; this is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process; not applicable in the states of FL & TN. Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values that promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Heartland Dental