Dental Assistant

Southern Indiana Smiles is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! 

About Southern Indiana Smiles 

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

• Join a eight person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
• Located in the Landmark business park 
• Work in a family atmosphere with a hard-working, connected team

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
• 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employement), 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 

• Completion of a Dental Assistant program
• Indiana Radiology License
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Experience  

• 1 years of chairside experience preferred, will consider a hard working, motivated new grad as well
• Dentrix or other dental software experience 
• iTero or intraoral scanner 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

COVID-19: The Company and supported offices comply with all local, state and federal regulations.  Employment is contingent upon an individual's continued compliance with regulations and Company policy, including COVID-19 vaccination or testing.

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