Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – EFDA – Dental Assistant - NW Indy - Park 100

Grow Your Career at Park 100 Dental Care!

Park 100 Dental Care in NW Indianapolis is a modern, patient-focused practice where teamwork and professional growth thrive. We offer a supportive work environment, advanced technology, and a commitment to work-life balance. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a team that values your skills, join us today!

About Park 100 Dental Care

• Join Dr. Haulk, Dr. Wadas and Dr. Goad as they deliver the highest quality dental care to their community
• Located off 86th St at 465, across from Dick's Sporting Goods and Old Navy
• Four day work week, Monday-Thursday

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance
• Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
• 6 paid holidays and PTO starting after 90 days!
• Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture. As a Business Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first.

More about the role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., 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, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Required Experience

• Indiana Radiology License and EFDA training
• Working knowlege of dental procedures and terminology
• 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• 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
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, 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, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

Why join a Heartland Dental supported office?

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 1,900+ 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.

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.