DA/ Hygiene Assistant

Aligned Dental; Sellersburg (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Dental/Hygiene Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting hygienists during procedures, maintaining treatment rooms, and educating patients on oral hygiene. You'll play a crucial part in enhancing patients' oral health while advancing your career in a supportive environment. If you have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for dental care, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Proficiency in medical documentation and understanding of medical terminology.
• Experience with X-ray technology and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist during examinations, cleanings, and treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records.

Skills

Medical Documentation

Medical Terminology

Medical Coding

X-ray Technology

Prosthodontics Knowledge

Endodontics Procedures

Assisting Skills

Aseptic Techniques

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Join to apply for the DA/ Hygiene Assistant role at Aligned Dental.

This range is provided by Aligned Dental. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $22.00/hr

SIGN ON UP TO $1,000 POSSIBLE!

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental/Hygiene Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will:

• Assist the hygienist during various procedures, including examinations, cleanings, and treatments.
• Prepare and organize treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
• Take and develop X-rays as required by the dentist.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records in compliance with regulations.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Ensure all dental equipment is cleaned, sterilized, and maintained according to aseptic techniques.
• Support front office staff with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow as needed.
• Stay current with dental terminology, medical coding, and anatomy knowledge to assist effectively in various procedures.

Skills required:

• Proficiency in medical documentation and understanding of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with medical coding practices relevant to dental procedures.
• Knowledge of anatomy related to dental health and procedures.
• Experience with X-ray technology and protocols.
• Understanding of prosthodontics and endodontics procedures is preferred.
• Strong assisting skills to support dentists during complex treatments.
• Ability to adhere to aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients and team members.

Join our team as a Dental Assistant where you can contribute to improving patients' oral health while advancing your career in a supportive environment!