Entry-Level Hygiene Assistant: Training & Career Growth

Heartland Dental LLC; Fox Lake (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Six paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Fox Lake Dental Care, part of Heartland Dental, seeks a Hygiene Assistant who can grow with a world-class organization. No prior dental experience required; on-the-job training will develop your assisting skills while you provide excellent patient care alongside our hygiene team.

You will greet patients, prepare rooms, assist with procedures, use Dentrix for scheduling, and follow safety protocols. We offer comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement within

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure comfort while educating them during treatment.
• Review patient health history to support quality care.
• Assist hygienists during a wide range of procedures.
• Set up rooms for hygiene visits and restock supplies.
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms following OSHA and CDC safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with providers to maximize office workflow.

Skills

Team Player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

HIPAA training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Fox Lake Dental Care, part of Heartland Dental, seeks a Hygiene Assistant who can grow with a world-class organization. No prior dental experience required; on-the-job training will develop your assisting skills while you provide excellent patient care alongside our hygiene team.

You will greet patients, prepare rooms, assist with procedures, use Dentrix for scheduling, and follow safety protocols. We offer comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement within