Dental Hygiene Assistant: Rapid Training & Career Growth

Heartland; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Six paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Heartland Dental's Rivers Dental Care in Murfreesboro is seeking an experienced Hygiene Assistant to join our team. We provide on-the-job training to build extensive dental experience and a clear career path within a world-class organization.

You will work with our hygiene team to greet patients, review health history, assist with procedures, prepare rooms, and manage scheduling using Dentrix. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Team Player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Protect PHI and complete HIPAA training as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care.
• Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
• Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team Player

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Heartland Dental's Rivers Dental Care in Murfreesboro is seeking an experienced Hygiene Assistant to join our team. We provide on-the-job training to build extensive dental experience and a clear career path within a world-class organization.

You will work with our hygiene team to greet patients, review health history, assist with procedures, prepare rooms, and manage scheduling using Dentrix. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.