Dental Assistant - Eagle Creek Dental Associates

Eagle Creek Dental Associates in Northwest Indy is now hiring! 

Position: Dental Assistant/Hygiene Assistant Hybrid 

Full time: Mon-Wed 9-5 and Thurs 9-4 patient care, 8:30 start daily

**CE and certification opportunities! 

Join Dr. Raskin, a Platinum Invisalign Provider, and become an essential part of our dedicated team. You will play a key role in supporting Invisalign procedures and assisting with new patient care within our thriving general dentistry practice. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally in a collaborative and patient-centered environment.

About Eagle Creek Dental Associates

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

• Located across from Target on 38th St, just west of 465 
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• A fast paced, motivating environment, focused on patient care
• Beautiful office with state of the art technology and techniques

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.  As a Dental Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first.

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 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.)
• Facilitate seamless new patient appointments by conducting initial assessments, preparing exam rooms, taking x-rays, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their first visit.
• Assist in all aspects of Invisalign treatment, including taking digital impressions, placing and removing attachments, managing aligner trays, and providing patients with clear instructions for optimal use and care.
• 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 is required
• Experience with clear aligners, Invisalign or similar
• iTero or 3D impression scanning experience 
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• 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.

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.
  

At Heartland Dental, we’re 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.