Dental Hygiene Assistant - 4-Day Week, Growth & Perks

Finger Lakes Dental Care; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Finger Lakes Dental Care in Canandaigua, NY is seeking a friendly Hygiene Assistant to join our dental team. You will work with hygienists and doctors to ensure a smooth patient experience, keep rooms clean, and prepare instruments for each patient.

We offer a 4-day work week with rotating days off, competitive hourly pay ($18–$22) based on experience, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) with company match and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and comfortable interacting with patients.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to stay on schedule.
• Strong communicator who works well with a team and can handle busy clinical environments.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable.
• Prepare operatories and ensure instruments/supplies are ready.
• Assist hygienists with charting and clinical tasks as directed.
• Take dental X-rays when trained and authorized.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize equipment between patients.
• Coordinate patients' next hygiene appointments.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Patient interaction

Organized

Team player

Strong communication

Adaptability

Tech-savvy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Finger Lakes Dental Care in Canandaigua, NY is seeking a friendly Hygiene Assistant to join our dental team. You will work with hygienists and doctors to ensure a smooth patient experience, keep rooms clean, and prepare instruments for each patient.

We offer a 4-day work week with rotating days off, competitive hourly pay ($18–$22) based on experience, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) with company match and opportunities for professional