Dental Hygiene Assistant

Oak Dental Partners; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing dental service organization as a Dental Assistant, where you will play a vital role in enhancing patient care and smiles. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with both general and specialty dentists, assisting with chair-side tasks, patient interactions, and office administration. With a focus on safety and compliance, you will ensure that all equipment is maintained and sterilized according to the highest standards. This dynamic role is perfect for those who are passionate about making a positive impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Uniforms

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of experience in a dental assisting role.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chair-side and support front desk operations.
• Maintain sterilization and equipment in compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Infection Control Procedures

Radiograph Proficiency

Time Management

Education

Vocational/Technical Training

Associates Degree

Tools

Dental Software

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are a growing dental service organization (DSO) that supports several dozen partner locations across the country. Our goal is to help you grow and positively impact lives by improving the smiles, confidence, and overall health of our guests.

The Dental Assistant will assist general dentists and specialty dentists chair-side, greet and escort patients, take radiographs as instructed by the provider, set up and break down operatories, clean operatory areas after each patient, and stock all materials needed in the clinic daily. In addition, the Dental Assistant will be responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal, and state guidelines.

The Dental Assistant will support front desk operations, schedule appointments, check in patients, collect and verify patient demographics, retrieve charts, document treatment plans, and perform other tasks in support of office administration.

Basic Requirements

• 0-5 years of experience.
• Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.
• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in taking radiographs.
• Competent with infection control procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in treating patients with special healthcare needs, specifically patients with cognitive and developmental deficits.
• Ability to work with patients' parents, guardians, and caregivers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Team leader, self-motivated, well-organized, and able to manage time efficiently.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Uniforms

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.