Dental Hygiene Assistant - Training, Growth & Benefits

Heartland; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

6 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Green Valley Dental Care is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This entry-level role offers extensive on-the-job training and opportunities to develop alongside our hygiene providers, with a clear path for growth within Heartland.

You will greet patients, review health history, assist hygienists, prepare rooms, restock supplies, and use Dentrix for scheduling and records, all while following safety and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Team Player.

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

Team Player

Excellent communication

Customer-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Green Valley Dental Care is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This entry-level role offers extensive on-the-job training and opportunities to develop alongside our hygiene providers, with a clear path for growth within Heartland.

You will greet patients, review health history, assist hygienists, prepare rooms, restock supplies, and use Dentrix for scheduling and records, all while following safety and HIPAA guidelines.