Dental Hygiene Assistant — Growth, Benefits, Full-Time

The-Smilist-Denta; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

CE opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Academy, PA is seeking a reliable Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our team and support hygienists in delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting clinicians, maintaining a clean, sterile environment, and coordinating patient flow. PA X-ray licensure and prior dental assistant experience are required; Dentrix experience is a plus. Full-time, Mon-Fri, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Must have an active PA x-ray license.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment; prepare patients for treatment and assist hygienists.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain supplies; order and replenish as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Active PA X-ray license

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Academy, PA is seeking a reliable Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our team and support hygienists in delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting clinicians, maintaining a clean, sterile environment, and coordinating patient flow. PA X-ray licensure and prior dental assistant experience are required; Dentrix experience is a plus. Full-time, Mon-Fri, with competitive pay and benefits.