Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental • Leesburg, FL

116d

About The Position

South Leesburg Dental Care is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is a perfect role for anyone who has recently completed a dental assisting program or with minimal experience. We offer great on-the-job training with a clear career path to become a Dental Assistant. Work Schedule - No Weekends! Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday 7:30-4:30. 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.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Team Player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.

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

• Competitive benefits including 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED