Dental Hygiene Assistant: Patient Care & Chairside Support

Great Expressions; Livonia (MI); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Great Expressions in Livonia, MI is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygiene Assistant to support the dental hygienist, prepare treatment rooms, and help deliver high‑quality patient care.

You will take and develop dental x-rays, maintain sterilization protocols, educate patients on oral hygiene, and manage patient records and appointments. 1–3 years of experience and a high school diploma are required; X-ray certification may be needed depending on state rules.

Qualifikationen

• 1–3 years of proven experience as a Dental Hygiene Assistant or Dental Assistant.
• X-ray certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification as a Dental Assistant is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Prepare treatment rooms for dental procedures, ensuring cleanliness and organization
• Assist the dental hygienist during oral exams, teeth cleanings, and other dental procedure
• Take and develop dental x-rays as directed by the dental hygienist or dentist
• Maintain and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and treatment areas
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide post-treatment instructions
• Manage patient records and update dental charts accurately
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments, while ensuring a seamless patient experience
• Perform basic administrative tasks, such as answering phones and managing patient paperwork

Kenntnisse

Patient care

X-ray certification

Sterilization procedures

Room preparation

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification (plus)

Jobbeschreibung

Great Expressions in Livonia, MI is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygiene Assistant to support the dental hygienist, prepare treatment rooms, and help deliver high‑quality patient care.

You will take and develop dental x-rays, maintain sterilization protocols, educate patients on oral hygiene, and manage patient records and appointments. 1–3 years of experience and a high school diploma are required; X-ray certification may be needed depending on state rules.