Dental Hygiene Assistant

Westphalia Holdings; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westphalia Holdings is seeking a Dental Assistant to support a dynamic Hygiene Team in Edmond, Oklahoma. The role involves preparing operatories, assisting with patient flow, and delivering education to patients within our double-column hygiene model.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of dental assisting experience, current X-ray certification, and strong communication and organizational skills. This is a team-first, patient-centered opportunity in a modern, technology-driven practice.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of dental assisting experience (preferred, but not required).
• Current X-ray certification (or actively pursuing certification).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A positive, team-first attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A passion for preventive dentistry and exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Preparing operatories for hygiene appointments.
• Seating and preparing patients.
• Taking digital radiographs and intraoral images.
• Assisting with periodontal charting and clinical documentation.
• Sterilization and instrument management.
• Patient education and home-care reinforcement.
• Turning over treatment rooms efficiently between patients.
• Supporting multiple hygienists within a double-column schedule.
• Maintaining OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

X-ray certification

Job description

Dental Assistant – Hygiene Team (Double-Column Hygiene)

Edmond, Oklahoma

Join Our Hygiene Team

We are accepting resumes from experienced Dental Assistants and Dental Assisting students interested in future opportunities supporting our growing hygiene department.

Our practice utilizes a double-column hygiene model, allowing Dental Assistants to work side-by-side with our Dental Hygienists to deliver an exceptional patient experience while maintaining an efficient, team-based clinical workflow.

While we may not have an immediate opening, we enjoy building relationships with talented professionals who are interested in joining our team when the right opportunity becomes available.

Why Join Our Team?

Support a High-Performing Hygiene Department

Work alongside experienced Registered Dental Hygienists by helping prepare operatories, assist with patient flow, capture diagnostic records, provide patient education, and ensure each hygiene appointment runs efficiently.

Modern, Technology-Driven Practice

Our office utilizes advanced digital technology and streamlined clinical systems that allow our hygiene team to focus on delivering outstanding preventive care and an exceptional patient experience.

Collaborative Team Culture

We believe great patient care starts with great teamwork. Our clinical team values communication, mutual support, professionalism, and a positive workplace where everyone contributes to the success of the practice.

Great Opportunity for Students

Dental Assisting students and recent graduates are encouraged to connect with us by:

• Scheduling a shadow day
• Meeting our clinical leadership team
• Learning about our hygiene support model
• Experiencing our practice firsthand

Who We're Looking For

We're always interested in connecting with:

• Experienced Dental Assistants
• Dental Assisting students and recent graduates
• Professionals seeking a long-term opportunity in a high-performing, patient-centered practice

Ideal candidates may have:

• 1–2+ years of dental assisting experience (preferred, but not required)
• Current X-ray certification (or actively pursuing certification)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A positive, team-first attitude
• Strong attention to detail
• A passion for preventive dentistry and exceptional patient care

Primary Responsibilities

As a Hygiene Dental Assistant, you may assist with:

• Preparing operatories for hygiene appointments
• Seating and preparing patients
• Taking digital radiographs and intraoral images
• Assisting with periodontal charting and clinical documentation
• Sterilization and instrument management
• Patient education and home-care reinforcement
• Turning over treatment rooms efficiently between patients
• Supporting multiple hygienists within a double-column schedule
• Maintaining OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards

Stay Connected for Future Opportunities

We enjoy getting to know talented Dental Assistants before positions become available and would love the opportunity to connect with you.

If you're looking for a collaborative, technology-forward practice where teamwork and patient care come first, we'd love to hear from you.