Dental Hygiene Assistant — Training & Growth Path

Heartland Dental LLC; Beardstown (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC seeks a Hygiene Assistant for Beardstown Family Dental. No extensive dental experience required; on-the-job training will develop practical skills with our team of providers.

You will support hygienists, ensure patient comfort, and uphold safety and record-keeping standards. Join a team that emphasizes patient-first care, continuous learning, and opportunities for growth within a large national network.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, and sustain patient comfort and provide 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 stringent safety protocols and follow OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Partner with providers and team to follow office systems and maximize workflow.

Skills

Team Player

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Heartland Dental LLC seeks a Hygiene Assistant for Beardstown Family Dental. No extensive dental experience required; on-the-job training will develop practical skills with our team of providers.

You will support hygienists, ensure patient comfort, and uphold safety and record-keeping standards. Join a team that emphasizes patient-first care, continuous learning, and opportunities for growth within a large national network.