Hygiene Assistant

Lightwave Dental; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightwave Dental is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our dynamic team in Morrisville. This role involves assisting hygienists in clinical duties, ensuring patient confidentiality, and adhering to safety guidelines. We offer a supportive work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient care, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental benefits, 401(k), and paid time off.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

401(k)

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification where required.
• X-ray certification is mandatory.
• Experience with relevant dental software.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist with all dental hygiene procedures.
• Prepare patients for procedures and sterilize instruments.
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Nitrous oxide certification

Tools

Dental software

Job description

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About The Practice

At Triangle Family Dentistry in Morrisville, our dental family is seeking a candidate to join us in our high energy and fun office with an emphasis on relationships with our team members and patients, all while caring for our loyal family of patients in a positive work environment. Our owners are actively involved in day-to-day operations and patient care. If you are looking to join a team that feels like family and performs at a high level, with personal and professional integrity, look no further! The ideal candidate will be a team player who is professional, patient, kind, and has a strong work ethic. Come and utilize your skills to the fullest potential & be part of a fun, patient-focused practice.

Responsibilities

The Hygiene Assistant is responsible for assisting the hygienist in clinical and administrative duties, including preparing patients for procedures or exams, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting during dental procedures.

• Assist the hygienist with all dental hygiene procedures, including taking directions from the doctor or hygienist, performing patient oral evaluations, taking, developing, and mounting accurate and high-quality X-rays, and various laboratory duties including provisional restorations.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and practice standards.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification where required.
• X-ray certification.
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS, and infection control training as required by law.
• Experience with relevant dental software.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits Offered

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package including health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay, and paid time off.