Hygiene Assistant

Lane-; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry in Greensboro, NC is hiring a Hygiene Assistant to support hygienists by handling patient clerical duties, assisting with clinical tasks, and maintaining chart accuracy.

You will greet patients, prepare rooms, update medical histories, document procedures, and help manage recalls while ensuring a clean, organized environment and excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid NC X-ray Certification required.
• DAI Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Stock treatment rooms and ensure rooms are disinfected and ready for each appointment.
• Greet patients and clearly explain your role.
• Update medical history and record blood pressure as requested by the hygienist.
• Chart and document procedures; note next treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a clean, organized lab and rooms.
• Document patient conditions, history, procedures, and comments.
• Support hygienist-recommended treatments and home-care instructions.
• Assist with managing the office recall system.
• Maintain inventory and sterilize instruments in hygiene rooms.
• Participate in shared maintenance duties; perform tasks independently as needed.
• Help monitor schedules and confirm appointments as required.

Skills

Strong planning and organizational

Computer proficiency

Excellent interpersonal and comms

Professional appearance and demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Full Time Greensboro, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5911

Now Hiring : Hygiene Assistant - Greensboro

At Lane & Associates Family Dentistry, we love to make our patients smile, and that starts with you! The Hygiene Assistant plays a key role in supporting our hygienists by handling patient-related clerical duties, assisting with clinical tasks, and maintaining chart accuracy. This position helps ensure the hygienist can work efficiently and provide exceptional patient care. Direct patient interaction may vary based on the hygienist’s needs, but the goal is for the Hygiene Assistant to actively contribute, grow their knowledge, and enhance the overall patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure treatment rooms are properly stocked, disinfected, and set up for each appointment
• Greet patients warmly and introduce your role
• Update medical history and obtain blood pressure as requested by the hygienist
• Chart and document all procedures performed; note next recommended treatment
• Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a clean, organized lab and treatment rooms
• Document patient conditions, medical/dental history, procedures, and patient comments
• Reinforce hygienist-recommended treatments and home-care instructions
• Assist with managing the office recall system
• Maintain inventory control in hygiene rooms and sterilize instruments
• Participate in shared maintenance duties
• Perform routine tasks independently
• Assist with monitoring the schedule and confirming appointments as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Attributes

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid NC X-ray Certification
• DAI Certification is required
• Ability to lift 15-20 lbs

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• Competitive pay!
• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!
• Employee Assistance Program!
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!
• Fridays off at 2 PM!
• Volunteer opportunities with our Smile Squad to earn awesome prizes!
• Fun team events, giveaways & social campaigns year-round!
• Birthday and Work Anniversary surprises sent directly from our owners!