Hygiene Assistant

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We are looking for an enthusiastic Hygiene Assistant who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients, is flexible, and willing to collaborate with other team members. Your primary role is to provide excellent patient experiences while "in the chair" and support overall patient retention.

• Provide exceptional customer service with excellent chair-side manner and teamwork.
• Assist the doctor and hygienists with dental procedures, maintaining patient service and flow.
• Review patient charts, document health history, and ensure all consents are completed.
• Perform Four Handed Dentistry tasks such as fabricating temporary crowns, placing rubber dams, and assisting with restorations and prosthodontics.
• Take, develop, and mount high-quality radiographs/intra-oral photos.
• Prepare and sterilize equipment and operatory before and after appointments.
• Monitor lab cases and manage dental supplies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow safety policies (HIPAA, OSHA, BBP).
• Educate patients, address questions, and help them feel comfortable.
• Assist administrative staff with scheduling and referrals.
• Proficiently use computers and learn new programs.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Radiography certification.
• Active Dental Assistant license (CDA, EFDA, EDDA, QDA) as required by state.
• CPR-BLS certification preferred.
• Certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen analgesia preferred or ability to become certified.

• Paid Sick and Vacation Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Disability, Accidental, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses
• Total Rewards Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Flexible Work Environment for Work/Life Balance

• Seniority level:
  Associate
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Administrative
• Industries:
  Wellness and Fitness Services, Medical Practices, Healthcare

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