Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Heartland Dental in Arnold, MO is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role is perfect for individuals with little to no dental experience, with extensive hands-on training provided.

The Hygiene Assistant will support hygienists, assist with patient care, and uphold a high standard of patient comfort and education. This position offers competitive benefits and promotes a collaborative and family-oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must maintain PHI and data safeguards.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients during their dental journey.
• Conduct thorough reviews of patient health histories.
• Assist hygienists during a variety of procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Customer-focused

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Linderhof Family Dental Care is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world‑class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on‑the‑job training will give you extensive hands‑on dental experience and perfect your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. In this role, you will work side by side with our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community.

As a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You’ll enjoy state‑of‑the‑art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. You’ll bring a passion for providing the best patient care.

Linderhof Family Dental Care is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join our 9‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
• You will also find the culture to be energetic, engaging, and have a family atmosphere
• The working hours are Monday‑Thursday 7:30 am–5:00 pm

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• Front‑loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

More About The Role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustaining patient comfort and providing 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 rooms 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

Minimum 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
• Will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; maintain PHI and data safeguards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year
• TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions; test is provided during pre‑employment process; not applicable in the state of FL & TN

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.