Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental • Burlington, NC

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Dental Care at Alamance Crossing is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team! The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience in a dental setting and have coronal polishing . Great schedule available! Monday- Thursday from 7a-5p! As a Hygiene Assistant, you'll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You'll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care. About Dental Care at Alamance Crossing Dental Care at Alamance Crossing, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join a 12 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community Our practice is located at 1796 Glidwell Dr. in Burlington, NC 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.

Requirements

• X-Ray and Coronal Polishing Certification
• 6+ months of experience working in a dental setting
• 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.
• 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. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• health insurance
• retirement savings plans
• six paid holidays
• PTO (paid time off)
• Front-loaded education and training
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees