Hygiene Assistant
Heartland Dental · West Melbourne, FL · 2 mo ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Position Details
- Full-time opportunity
- Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Thursday off
What We're Looking For
- Florida X-Ray Certification required
- EFDA certification preferred
- Dental experience is a plus, but not required
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Team player who enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and cared for
- Passion for learning and growing within the dental field
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Modern office with a patient-centered focus
What You'll Gain
- 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
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 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
- On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements
- High school graduate or GED Equivalent
- Team Player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards
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