Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental•Tulsa, OK

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Tulsa Hills Dental Care, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Growing Patient-Focused Doctor Office" is looking for an Full-Time Dental Assistant Supporting Hygiene to join our team. This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on-the-job training will give you extensive hands-on dental experience and perfect your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. In this role, you will work side by side our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community. 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 Tulsa Hills Dental Care: Tulsa Hills Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join an 18 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community Office is a fun, fast paced, compassionate, motivated, hard working, goal-oriented, energetic team Office Location: 7153 South Olympia Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74132 Expected Full-Time Work Hours: Monday: 6:45am-4:00pm, Tuesday: 6:45am-7:00pm, Wed 6:45-4:00pm & Thursday: 6:45am-2:00pm (Hours Subject to Change) Fun Facts About Office: Celebrate Successes & Goal Achievements Celebrate Birthdays & Anniversaries Have Team Outings Involved in the Community Why Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture. As a Hygiene Assistant, you'll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards: America's Greatest Workplaces and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. These prestigious honors come after the organization was reviewed among 1.5 million large and mid-sized companies in a nationwide study and achieved a 5-star rating for both awards. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials
Open to Training a New Dental Assistant Grad
Or 1 year or more of Dental Assistant experience
Dentrix or other dental software experience
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.
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Microsoft Office Suite experience
Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
Adaptable to changing workflows and team dynamics
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
Collabroative team player who thrives in supportive, family-like environments
Dedicated, dependable with a positive attitude and sefvice-oriented mindset
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)â¯periodically throughout the year.

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

No Nights or Weekends - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance
Full Benefits Package - Including health insurance, retirement plans & PTO
Quarterly Bonus Potential - Rewarding hard work & dedication
Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE classes included - We invest in your growth!
Career Stability & Growth: Join a secure company with over 25 years of industry-leading experienced an unlimited opportunities for advance.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, College Savings & Retirement Savings Plans, 6 paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
Trainining & Development: Front-loaded education and training to help you grow and reach your full potential from day one; Heartland Dental University & CE Classes
Flexible Pay Access: Enjoy the convenience of on-demand Daily Pay to access your earnings when you need them.
Bonus Potential: Employee Referral & Quarterly Bonus

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