Hygiene Assistant

North American Dental Group; Brighton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (401k)

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Exciting Work Environment

Job summary

North American Dental Group is seeking a Hygiene Assistant for our Woodland Lake Family Dental practice in Michigan. This full-time role supports the hygienist and dentist, prepares patients for treatment, and helps maintain high standards of care and efficiency.

You will document visits, educate patients on oral health, and work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a focus on exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting certification or equivalent training.
• 1–5 years of dental assistant experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• State-specific radiography/x-ray certification and current CPR.
• Proficiency with MS Office and patient education.
• Commitment to delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, seat patients, and document visits.
• Record health history and chart entries under supervision.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and oral care.
• Work in a fast-paced setting with strong interpersonal skills.
• Communicate professionally with a service-oriented approach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

Radiography/X-Ray Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Hygiene Assistant

Location: Woodland Lake Family Dental

Job Type: Full-timeAbout UsAt our practice, patient care comes first- every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care.

Why Join Our Team?We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry.

Your Work Schedule

Monday: 8:45am-5pm

Tuesday: 8:45am-5pm

Wednesday: 8:45am-5pm

Thursday: 8:45am-5pm

Friday: 8:45am-2pm

Your Role as a Hygiene AssistantAs a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll collaborate with our practice team to provide outstanding clinical support, ensuring patients receive the care they need. You’ll prepare patients for treatment, assist the hygienist/dentist in restorative procedures, and maintain a high standard of care and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the dental hygienist to prepare the room, seat patients, and take proper documentation of the patients visit
• Ability to record and review patients’ health history, make chart entries under the direction of the Doctor or hygienist, and assures completion of all necessary forms and signatures needed
• Educate patients on their treatment plans as well as maintaining their oral health
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patients
• Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific).
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Benefits: Including 401(k).
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO that grows with your career.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and development.
• Exciting Work Environment: A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive.

Equal Opportunity EmployerWe embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

North American Dental Group-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from North American Dental Group, a dental support organization.