Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; King George (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Hygiene Assistant in King George, Virginia, where you will join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. This role is ideal for candidates with little to no dental experience and offers comprehensive on-the-job training, allowing you to develop your skills within an industry-leading organization.

The position highlights collaborative work with hygienists while leveraging state-of-the-art technology. Applicants should be prepared for a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork and patient-first initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• On-the-job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• Access to necessary PHI for job functions; regular HIPAA training required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients, providing comfort and education.
• Conduct thorough patient health history reviews.
• Assist hygienists during various dental procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Customer-focused attitude

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

VA X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Hygiene Assistant

Dental Care on Smile Way 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 help you develop 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 deliver 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. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged. Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
• Front‑loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be a 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, and 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

• VA X‑ray certification
• 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
• Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training and protection of PHI required.

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 of 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, 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.

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.