dental assistant
About the company
Heartland Dental is looking for a caring, detail-oriented *D*ental Assistant to join our growing practice. In this hands-on role, you will help keep our treatment rooms prepared, instruments processed, supplies stocked, and doctors organized for the day ahead.
Our friendly doctors and team are committed to excellent patient care and continuous learning. We?re looking for someone who shares those values and takes pride in helping the whole team succeed.
Your tasks
Your responsibilities will include:
- Setting up treatment rooms with the instruments, equipment, and materials needed for each procedure.
- Cleaning and disinfecting treatment rooms between patients.
- Processing instruments through cleaning, packaging, sterilization, and storage according to practice protocols.
- Completing required sterilization monitoring and records.
- Restocking treatment rooms and keeping supplies organized.
- Monitoring inventory, ordering supplies, and putting deliveries away.
- Reviewing the daily schedule to anticipate the doctors? needs.
- Helping doctors stay organized by ensuring rooms and materials are ready on time.
- Communicating with the clinical team to support smooth patient flow.
- Keeping sterilization and storage areas clean, orderly, and ready for use.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who:
- Is organized and pays close attention to detail.
- Takes initiative and can anticipate what needs to be done.
- Is dependable and follows through on responsibilities.
- Follows infection prevention and safety protocols carefully.
- Works efficiently while maintaining quality.
- Communicates clearly and enjoys supporting a team.
- Is willing to learn and interested in growing with the practice.
Dental office, instrument reprocessing, or clinical support experience would be an asset. Relevant training and qualifications will be considered based on the responsibilities of the role.
What we offer
What you can expect:
- Friendly, approachable doctors and teammates.
- A practice that values your contribution and ideas.
- Opportunities to learn and strengthen your skills.
- A team that works hard, supports one another, and enjoys what they do.
How to apply
Earn, learn, and grow with Heartland Dental! Please submit your resume and a brief introduction telling us why you would be a great fit for this role.
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Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person