Hygiene Assistant

About the role

Dental Care on Cookingham is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join their team. This role is perfect for someone with little to no dental experience, offering extensive on-the-job training and future career path opportunities.

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.
• Absorb and 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

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation & holidays.
• Access to daily pay.
• Sponsored continuing education opportunities.
• Bonus program.
• Retirement and college savings plans.
• Referral bonus.
• Health, vision, dental, & life benefits.
• Fitness and mental wellness programs.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the patient population.