Hygiene Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Hygiene Assistant to join our growing, privately owned, group practice. You will work with a supportive team dedicated to delivering an unsurpassed dental experience for our patients. This role requires both strong interpersonal and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the hygienist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Greeting and seating patients
• Customizing room setups based on the type of cleanings being done
• Reviewing medical histories and taking blood pressure
• Taking necessary x-rays, polishing teeth, and applying fluoride
• Recording periodontal and restorative charting with the hygienist
• Putting in chart notes, treatment plans, and scheduling recare appointments
• Performing weekly maintenance
• Supporting other teams within the office (front desk, doctors' clinical team)
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Completing instrument cleaning & sterilization and post-op sanitization of treatment rooms
• Preparing dental materials and equipment as needed for scheduled treatment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• CPR certified, or willing to become CPR certified within 30 days of hire
• Ability to professionally present clinical information regarding treatment plans and insurance information to patients
• Regular and timely attendance
• Demonstrated teamwork approach to job responsibilities
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability, and promptness
• Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and take responsibility for own actions
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care
• Must listen attentively for clarification to ensure necessary outcomes

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance