Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Dental is hiring an experienced Hygiene Assistant to support a busy hygiene department and deliver outstanding patient care. You will greet patients, review health histories, and assist hygienists during a range of procedures in a fast-paced dental office.

Proficiency with Dentrix and Dexis is a plus, and you will stock rooms, prepare treatment areas, and ensure safety protocols are followed. This role offers growth within a supportive Heartland Dental team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Team player with excellent communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• HIPAA training and PHI protection awareness.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and educate them during treatment.
• Review health history to ensure quality care.
• Assist hygienists during procedures as needed.
• Set up rooms, stock instruments and supplies.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Follow safety protocols and OSHA/CDC guidelines.
• Collaborate with providers to maximize office workflow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Multitasking

HIPAA training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Dexis

Job description

Join the Team at Dental Care at Town Center!

Dental Care at Town Center is seeking an experienced Hygiene Assistant to join our growing team! If you are passionate about patient care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working alongside a supportive dental team, we would love to hear from you.

Position Highlights

• Full-time opportunity
• Monday – Friday | 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
• Support a busy and successful hygiene department
• Work with a collaborative team dedicated to outstanding patient care

What We're Looking For

• Strong dental experience is required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and provide exceptional patient support
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Familiarity with Dentrix and Dexis is a plus

Why Join Dental Care at Town Center?

• Established and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient experiences
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Modern technology and commitment to clinical excellence

If you're an experienced dental professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to connect with you!

More About The Role

• 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.

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
• The position 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; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain 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.
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.