Dental Assistant

Overview Join Woodland Heights Family Dental—Thrive with a Team that Values Collaboration, Communication & Community! Full-Time Dental Assistant Career Opportunity! Apply Today & Make Patients Smile Every Day! Expected Full-Time Schedule/Work Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Friday, 8:00am-2:00pm Role Offers No Nights or Weekends – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance Full Benefits Package – Including health insurance, retirement plans & PTO Quarterly Bonus Potential – Rewarding hard work & dedication Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE classes included – We invest in your growth! Woodland Heights Family Dental, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Growing Patient-Focus Doctor Office" is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. 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. About Woodland Heights Family Dental Woodland Heights Family Dental, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join a 6 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community Office is a fun, fast-paced, positive, professional, energetic team Office Location: 3801 Woodland Heights, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212 - Suite 175 Expected Full-Time Schedule/Work Hours (Hours Subject to Change): Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm Friday, 8:00am-2:00pm Fun Facts About My Dentist Ada We Celebrate Successes of All Sizes Birthdays & Work Anniversaries Matter Team Outings Keep Us Connected We Give Back to the Community 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 Dental Assistant , you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards: America’s Greatest Workplaces and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. These honors come after reviewing 1.5 million large and mid-sized companies in a nationwide study and achieving a 5-star rating for both awards. What You’ll Gain Career Stability & Growth: Join a secure company with over 25 years of industry-leading experience and opportunities for advancement. Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, College Savings & Retirement Savings Plans, 6 paid holidays, and PTO. Training & Development: Front-loaded education and training to help you grow from day one; Heartland Dental University & CE Classes Flexible Pay Access: On-demand Daily Pay to access earnings when you need them. Bonus Potential: Employee Referral & Quarterly Bonus More about the role Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort and provide 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 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 safety protocols following OSHA & CDC recommendations Manage supply and inventory levels, and place/expedite orders as needed Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow Minimum Qualifications Required Education, Certifications & Experience High School Diploma/GED State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials 1 year or more Dental Assistant work experience Dentrix or other dental software experience Dental Patient Care, Scanning, Crowns, Partials, Sterilization Compliance & Confidentiality The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. Dental Knowledge, Software & Experience Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology Microsoft Office Suite experience Business & Professional Skills Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities Adaptable to changing workflows and team dynamics Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills Team & Culture Fit Collaborative team player who thrives in supportive, family-like environments Dedicated, dependable with a positive attitude and service-oriented mindset 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. TB Test Requirements TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process. Not applicable in the state of 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