Dental Assistant

Tinker Creek Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. We will train new dental assistant graduates! Must have X-Ray certification. Schedule Tuesday: 6:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. One Saturday a month: 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Responsibilities Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, 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. Benefits Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO. 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. Location 3911 Challenger Ave, Roanoke, VA Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment. X‑ray certification. Excellent communication and organizational skills. The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required, and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental setting. Dentrix or other dental software experience. Dental assisting school certification. Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods of 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. TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions, except in FL & TN. At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which 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