Hygiene Assistant

Overview

Advanced Technology & Laser Dentistry in Fort Myers, FL is looking for an entry-level Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is the perfect role for someone who has recently graduated from a dental assistant school and is seeking their first position in a dental office. Our on-the-job training provides extensive hands-on dental experience with ongoing development and future career path opportunities.

You will work alongside our hygiene providers to deliver the best possible patient care to our local community.

In this role, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and putting patients first. You’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology and supportive camaraderie. Hard-working and motivated candidates with a passion for excellent patient care are encouraged to apply. Florida EFDA Certifications are required. This role is primarily for a Hygiene Assistant but the selected candidate may also assist dentists as needed.

Work Schedule:

6:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Candidates must be able to work these hours.

About Advanced Technology & Laser Dentistry

Advanced Technology & Laser Dentistry is unique to the community and the patients we serve.

• 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 part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort, and provide 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 follow OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.

• On-the-job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Access to minimum PHI required for job-related functions; regular HIPAA training will be provided; must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

• 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 of 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.
• TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions; this is a standard requirement and will be arranged during the pre-employment process where applicable. Not applicable in FL & TN.

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.