Dental Assistant Job at Prestwick Pointe Family Dental in Avon

Overview:

Join Prestwick Pointe Family Dental Care as a Dental Assistant!

Location: Avon, IN (10 miles west of I-465, across from Dugan Chevrolet)

Schedule: 4-day patient care week (Monday - Thursday)

Benefits:

• Full benefits package (medical, prescription drug, vision insurance)
• Free dental services for you and your dependents (minus lab fees)
• Life and disability insurance options
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment)
• 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment)
• $0 Copay Telehealth
• Health and wellness discounts
• Continuing education and growth opportunities

About Us: Prestwick Pointe Family Dental Care, supported by Heartland Dental, offers a collaborative, fun, and family-friendly work environment. We are committed to providing exceptional lifetime care for patients through a strong team-building culture.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a seven-person team in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.
• Enjoy extensive training and continuing education opportunities.
• Take advantage of growth and leadership opportunities within a rapidly expanding network.
• Be part of a company that values personal and professional development.

About Heartland Dental: Heartland Dental supports each office in fostering team cohesion and putting patients first. With a focus on exceptional care, Heartland Dental invests in your success and offers numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities:

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 patients 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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Indiana Radiology License, or permit pending licensing
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• 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.

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. 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

At Heartland Dental, were 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.