Hygiene Assistant
Heartland Dental · State College, PA · 5 days ago
Administrative$17–$21/hrFull-time
About the role
Rolling Ridge Dental Care is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for those with little to no dental experience, offering comprehensive on-the-job training and career development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, ensuring patient comfort and providing appropriate education.
- 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.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
- Team Player with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Qualifications
- On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
Skills
- Must be X-ray Certified.
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.
Pay
$17-$21/hr based upon experience.
Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 7:30am-4:30pm
Thursday: 6:30am-3:30pm
Friday: 7:30am-12:30