Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - EFDA

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – EFDA – Dental Assistant \- Camby \- Mooresville

As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will play a large role in the provision of effective and trustworthy dental services. You will sustain patient comfort, soothe upset patients, listen to their needs and educate them on dental procedures. You will also manage clinical supplies, work efficiently to maintain the supported dentist’s schedule and adhere to all OSHA and company safety policies.

About Heartland Crossing Dental Care

Heartland Crossing, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a nine person team in a fast\-paced, collaborative and goal oriented environment
• Located on 67 in Camby, in front of Walmart, near Starbucks
• Full time, Monday \- Thursday schedule

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.

Benefits:

• + Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance

+ Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees

+ Life and disability insurance

+ Health savings account, dependent care and college savings options

+ Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities

+ 401(K) retirement plan

+ 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment), 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment)

+ Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Indiana Radiology License, or permit pending license, is required
• 1\+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast\-paced and customer\-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

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.

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