Dental Assistant

Join Van Buren Family Dentistry—Full-Time Experienced Dental Assistant Career Opportunity! Apply Today & Make Patients Smile Every Day!
Expected Full-Time Work Hours/Schedule

Monday-Thursday, 7:50am-5:00pm & Friday, 7:50 am-12:00pm

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  No Nights or Weekends – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance
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  Full Benefits Package – Including health insurance, retirement plans & PTO
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  Quarterly Bonus Potential – Rewarding hard work & dedication
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  Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE classes included – We invest in your growth!

Van Buren Family Dentistry, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Growing Patient-Focused Doctor Office" is looking for a Full-Time Experienced Dental Assistant to join our team.

• Join a 14 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
• Office is fun, family atmosphere, fast-paced, collaborative, motivated, hard working, goal and results-oriented, energetic team
• Office
  
  Location:
  
  617 Fayetteville Road, Van Buren, AR 72956
• Expected Full-Time Work Hours/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Monday-Thursday, 7:50am-5:00pm & Friday, 7:50 am-12:00pm (Hours Subject to Change)

• We Celebrate Successes of All Sizes
• Birthdays & Work Anniversaries Matter
• Team Outings Keep Us Connected
• We Give Back to the Community

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. Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards:
America’s Greatest Workplaces and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.

• Career Stability & Growth:
  Join a secure company with over 25 years of industry‑leading experience, unlimited opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, College Savings & Retirement Savings Plans, 6 paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
• Training & Development:
  Front‑loaded education and training to help you grow and reach your full potential from day one;
  Heartland Dental University & CE Classes.
• Flexible Pay Access:
  Enjoy the convenience of on‑demand Daily Pay to access your earnings when you need them.
• Bonus Potential:
  Employee Referral & Quarterly Bonus

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.

• 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.

• Education & Certifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X‑Ray Credentials
  • 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
  • Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Compliance & Confidentiality
  • The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training,…