Registered Dental Assistant - RDA - Walker Dental Care - Walker, MI

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Walker, MI

Job Description

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS!


Dental Assistant - Join Our Innovative and Supportive Team!











Are you a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to work with state-of-the-art technology? At Walker Dental Care, we prioritize patient care and continuous learning. Our ideal candidate is hard-working, motivated, and passionate about delivering the best patient care to our community.
About Walker Dental Care
Walker Dental Care, supported by Heartland Dental, is a unique practice that serves our local community with exceptional care. Our office, located near Aldi on Wilson Ave, across from Meijer and Farm and Fleet, offers a beautiful, modern environment that opened in October 2023. Enjoy a four-day work week within our Monday to Friday patient care schedule.
Why Choose Heartland Dental?
At Heartland Dental, we believe in providing exceptional lifetime care for our patients by hiring and developing team members who support the business and clinical needs of each office. As a Dental Assistant, you'll thrive in an environment that encourages learning, fosters team cohesion, and prioritizes patient care.
Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance
Free dental services for yourself and your dependents (lab fees excluded)
Life and disability insurance
401(K) retirement plan
6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment) and 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment)
Continuing education 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




Experience Needed:

RDA certification and 1+ years experience
Dentrix or other dental software experience
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.


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, 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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