Dental Assistant

Valley Healthcare System, Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Healthcare System, Inc. is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist for our rapidly growing team in Columbus, GA. The role involves providing exceptional dental hygiene services, collaborating with a dedicated team, and ensuring patient-centered care. We're looking for an individual who is passionate about improving patient health and shares our commitment to compassionate care.

Benefits

100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

$3,000 Health Spending Visa for medical costs

Total benefits value estimated at $14,000 annually

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in Georgia.
• Current CPR certification.
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dental hygiene care, including exams and oral health education.
• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials.
• Support the dentist and clinical team with delegated duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Education

Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Job description

Valley Healthcare System provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties, and referral services for residents of the Chattahoochee Valley, regardless of circumstances. We are a patient-centered, team-based organization that puts our community first. Our company is growing rapidly, and we are currently in search of a Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for improving lives through compassionate care.

Position Summary

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental hygiene care to patients, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, oral health education, and more. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping our patients maintain their dental health across the lifespan.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and prepare patient charts and health histories daily
• Collaborate with administrative staff to schedule hygiene patients efficiently
• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis
• Conduct scaling, root planning, and selective polishing
• Accurately chart periodontal health and update dental records
• Polish dental restorations as appropriate
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and nutritional counseling to patients
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of treatment rooms and equipment
• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials
• Participate actively in team meetings and office improvement initiatives
• Assist with the recall system and front office coordination as needed
• Support the dentist and broader clinical team with delegated duties

Hours of Operation

• Monday - Friday : 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
• Saturday : 8 : 00 AM - 1 : 00 PM

Location

• Columbus, GA
• Talbotton, GA
• Fortson, GA

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (minimum 2 years post-secondary)
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Georgia
• Current CPR certification
• Proficient in performing prophylaxis and taking X-rays
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Adhere to HIPAA Privacy & Security regulations and Valley Healthcare System's confidentiality policies
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient records (oral, written, electronic)
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local medical service requirements and internal policies

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting; occasional lifting of items >

50 lbs

• Normal range of motion, vision, and hearing required
• Must be able to assist or lift patients as necessary
• Regular exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and clinical cleaning agents
• Work may require irregular hours and involves exposure to bodily fluids (position is considered at-risk for occupational exposure)
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 3,000 Health Spending Visa for medical costs (copays, prescriptions, etc.)
• Total benefits value estimated at $14,000 annually

Valley Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer.