Hygiene Assistant

About Dental Care At Bannerman Village

Dental Care at Bannerman Village is unique to the community and the patients they serve. This is a brand new and beautiful office in Tallahassee, located near the Publix and Starbucks off of Bannerman Road. Join a team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community.

About the Role

This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on-the-job training will give you extensive hands-on dental experience and perfect your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. In this role, you will work side by side our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community. You'll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You'll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care.

Schedule

Monday-Thursday 7:45am-5:00pm (four-day work week with no weekend or late night requirements).

Responsibilities

• 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 to provide quality care.
• Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
• Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies.
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Florida x-ray certificate is required for this role.
• High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.

Attributes We Value

• Team player, friendly, flexible, collaborative.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off).
• Front-loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential.
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
• 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.
• A tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions 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.)