Dental Hygiene Assistant - Hands-on Training & Growth

Heartland Dental; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Six paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Denham Springs Dental Care is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This entry-level role includes comprehensive on-the-job training and career-growth opportunities, working alongside our hygiene providers to deliver excellent patient care in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

You will gain hands-on experience with patient scheduling in Dentrix, room setup, and maintaining safety protocols while contributing to a culture that puts patients first and values learning and

Qualifications

• On the job training may be required based on state requirements.
• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training will be required and data safeguards followed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients; support hygienists during procedures.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Assist with room setup, stocking, and supplies for hygiene visits.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record-keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with safety protocols per OSHA & CDC.

Skills

Team Player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

HIPAA training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Denham Springs Dental Care is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This entry-level role includes comprehensive on-the-job training and career-growth opportunities, working alongside our hygiene providers to deliver excellent patient care in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

You will gain hands-on experience with patient scheduling in Dentrix, room setup, and maintaining safety protocols while contributing to a culture that puts patients first and values learning and