Dental Assistant
Heartland Dental, State College, PA, United States
Overview
Full Time Position (Monday-Wednesday 7:30am-4:45pm, Thursday 6:30am-3:30pm, Friday 7:30am-12:15pm). Salary range based upon experience is $19-$23/hr. Benefits available. Rolling Ridge Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.
About 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 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.
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 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) during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
Prepare treatment rooms with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
Manage supply and inventory levels, and 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 to develop your full potential
Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with potential for growth
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required; must 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 with or without reasonable accommodation
Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically throughout the year
TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions; not applicable in FL & TN
Equal Opportunity
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
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Full Time Position (Monday-Wednesday 7:30am-4:45pm, Thursday 6:30am-3:30pm, Friday 7:30am-12:15pm). Salary range based upon experience is $19-$23/hr. Benefits available. Rolling Ridge Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.
About 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 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.
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 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) during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
Prepare treatment rooms with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
Manage supply and inventory levels, and 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 to develop your full potential
Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with potential for growth
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required; must 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 with or without reasonable accommodation
Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically throughout the year
TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions; not applicable in FL & TN
Equal Opportunity
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
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