Dental Hygiene Assistant — On-the-Job Training & Growth

Heartland Dental LLC; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support hygienists and deliver patient care at Neibauer Dental Care in Waldorf. You will assist with room setup, patient education, and documenting health history, working alongside a team that values learning and growth.

This role offers on‑the‑job training, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing career development in a supportive, patient‑first environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain X-ray certification within 150 days of hire.
• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Team Player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training and PHI protection required; access to minimum PHI necessary for duties.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey; maintain patient comfort and provide education.
• Review patient health history to deliver quality care.
• Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide range of procedures.
• Assist with setting up rooms for hygiene visits; stock and restock instruments and supplies.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms; adhere to safety protocols and OSHA/CDC guidelines.
• Collaborate with providers and team to follow office systems and maximize workflow.

Skills

X-ray certification

Communication skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support hygienists and deliver patient care at Neibauer Dental Care in Waldorf. You will assist with room setup, patient education, and documenting health history, working alongside a team that values learning and growth.

This role offers on‑the‑job training, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing career development in a supportive, patient‑first environment.