Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Heartland Dental
Job overview
The Dental Assistant role at Heartland Dental involves supporting dentists with patient care and office workflow in a modern dental office, contributing to high-quality dental services.
Responsibilities and impact
The Dental Assistant will greet patients, review health histories, take x-rays, assist dentists chairside, manage scheduling with Dentrix, prepare treatment rooms, maintain supplies, and collaborate with the team to optimize office operations.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, six paid holidays, and paid time off, along with education and training opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have knowledge of dental procedures, certification if required, communication skills, and preferably 1+ years dental experience and Dentrix software familiarity.
Career development
The role provides front-loaded education and training with opportunities for growth within a stable company with over 20 years of industry experience.
Work environment and culture
Heartland Dental promotes a patient-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment emphasizing continuous learning and diversity.
Company information
Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the U.S., supporting over 3,000 doctors in 1,800 offices across 39 states, providing administrative support while doctors retain clinical autonomy.
Team overview
The Dental Assistant will join a new, state-of-the-art office team in McKinney, TX, working closely with dentists and staff focused on patient care.
Job location and travel
The position is based in McKinney, TX, in a modern office with specific weekday hours and some virtual or in-person training sessions.
Unique job features
The job features state-of-the-art technology, a patient-first approach, and use of advanced dental tools like iTero 3D scanner and Dentrix software.
Company overview
Heartland Dental is a leading dental support organization providing non-clinical administrative services to dental offices across the United States. Founded in 1997 by Dr. Rick Workman, the company supports over 1,400 dental offices in more than 38 states, enabling dentists to focus on patient care while Heartland manages administrative tasks such as marketing, human resources, and IT. They generate revenue through service fees from affiliated dental practices and have a strong focus on professional development and continuing education for dental professionals.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your familiarity with Dentrix software, experience with implants, and ability to make temporary crowns, as these are key skills mentioned in the job description for Heartland Dental's Dental Assistant role.
Emphasize your patient care skills, ability to conduct thorough health history reviews, proficiency in taking and processing x-rays and diagnostic assessments, and adherence to safety protocols including OSHA and CDC guidelines.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Heartland Dental's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards listing this position to maximize exposure and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current Dental Assistants or team members at Heartland Dental on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on their commitment to patient care or asking about their experience working with the latest dental technology and Heartland's systems.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Dentrix,' 'dental assisting,' 'x-ray certification,' 'patient care,' 'four-handed dentistry,' and 'OSHA & CDC compliance' to ensure your application passes initial automated screenings.
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