Dental Hygiene Assistant - Patient Prep, X-Rays & Records

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Owasso (OK); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Depot of Owasso PLLC in Owasso, OK is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the hygienist, prepare patients for hygiene treatment, and maintain accurate records.

The role involves x-ray exposure, coronal polishing, history taking, and assisting in emergencies. Requires completion of a dental assisting program or at least 3 months in a dental office, plus required certificates within stated timeframes.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• Completion of Dental Assisting school or minimum three months experience in a dental office.
• Dental Assistant permit within 30 days of employment required.
• Coronal Polish and Radiation Certificates within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist hygienist and dentist during procedures.
• Prepare patient and set up instruments and materials.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vitals.
• Expose dental X-rays and maintain sensor care.
• Schedule appointments and manage hygiene calendar.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assisting certificate

Tools

Eaglesoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dental Depot of Owasso PLLC in Owasso, OK is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the hygienist, prepare patients for hygiene treatment, and maintain accurate records.

The role involves x-ray exposure, coronal polishing, history taking, and assisting in emergencies. Requires completion of a dental assisting program or at least 3 months in a dental office, plus required certificates within stated timeframes.