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Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Deerwood Orthodontics -
Waukesha, WI

Job Details

Part-time
$18 - $19 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Photography
Customer communication
HIPAA compliance
Digital imaging
HIPAA
Dental terminology
Healthcare privacy protection
Dental x-ray

Full Job Description

Dental Assistant (Part-Time)

Deerwood Orthodontics – Waukesha (Stone Ridge Drive) is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! We are a welcoming, fast-paced orthodontic office seeking a team player who is reliable, detail-oriented, and passionate about providing great patient care.

Schedule:

Part-time
Monday & Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation:

$18.00 – $19.00 per hour (based on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the orthodontist during procedures
Take dental x-rays
Prepare and sterilize instruments
Support patient flow and ensure a positive patient experience

Qualifications:

Ability to take x-rays required
Orthodontic experience preferred (OrthoEdge experience is a plus)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Why Join Us?

Supportive team environment
Opportunity to gain orthodontic experience
Consistent part-time schedule

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state of the art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

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

What You’ll Gain

Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
Front loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

About Deerwood Orthodontics – Waukesha

Deerwood Orthodontics – Waukesha, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

Join a 6-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community. Located in the Stone Ridge Drive area of Waukesha, our office is in a convenient, growing part of the community with easy access to shopping, dining, and local neighborhoods.

Our team culture is connected, easy-going, and focused on growth as we continue re-building and strengthening our patient experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
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
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.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

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.

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