What are the responsibilities and job description for the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant position at Traders Point Dental?
Traders Point Dental on the NW side of Indianapolis has expanded into a state-of-the-art office and will be doubling our team in the coming years. We're the most reviewed Indy dental office on Google, FB and Yelp with over 1000 five-star reviews!
The secret sauce is in our caring team culture and we’re looking for a Expanded Duties Dental Assistant! We want a superstar who can become an integral part of our success and share in our rewards. If you have what it takes and want to be a part of a sensational practice that puts people first, we want to hear from you! We're committed to investing in the best long term team members for our practice.
About Traders Point Dental
- Located just off Zionsville Rd, near Petsmart and Michael's
- Mon - Wed 8-5, Thurs 8-3 patient care hours
- A growing, profitable practice with quarterly bonus opportunities!
- Long term, committed team, many with 8-10 years alongside Dr. Kwon
Benefits:
- Medical and prescription drug insurance, including Telehealth, health and wellness discounts and much more
- Free dental services for yourself and your dependents, minus lab fees
- Vision care support
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(K) retirement plan
- Quarterly and monthly bonus opportunities
- 6 paid holidays and 2 weeks paid vacation after one year!
- Team-focused, uplifting and educational work culture
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 digital 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 clinical charting
- 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:
- Indiana Radiology License and EDDA program completion
- Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- 1 year of chairside clinical experience
- Experience working with a dental software, such as Dentrix
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication skills and patient focused mindset
- Attention to detail and strong organization skills
- Ability to facilitate patient flow throughout the office
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.
We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
