Hygiene Assistant

Sonrava Health; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic Hygiene Assistant in Newark. This position involves providing excellent patient care, assisting with various dental procedures, and ensuring compliance with all health regulations. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and necessary certifications. The role promises a supportive team environment with a focus on quality patient experiences.

Benefits

Paid Sick and Vacation Time

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current radiography certification is necessary.
• Active Dental Assistant license as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with excellent chair-side manner.
• Assist the doctor and/or hygienists with dental procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow safety policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Patient Education

Computer Proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current radiography certification

Active Dental Assistant license (CDA/EFDA/EDDA/QDA)

CPR Certification

Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia Certification

Job description

Overview

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Hygiene assistant that loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients who is flexible, and willing to collaborate with other team members.What if you could be rewarded for doing what you love, with a team that supports you, in an environment where there is a shared passion for quality patient care?Your primary role is to provideexcellent patient experiences while "in the chair", and overall patient retention.

Responsibilities

Skills/ Abilities

·Provide exceptional customer service, with excellent chair-side manner, while demonstrating teamwork

·Assist the doctor and/or hygienist(s), with dental procedures maintain excellent patient service, integrity, flow.

·Review patient charts prior to doctor arrival, document appropriate patient information and health history during the exam and treatment, ensure all patient consents are completed prior to treatment.

·Four Handed Dentistry- fabricate temporary crowns, place rubber dam, place amalgam and composite restorations, assist with seating permanent/removable prosthodontics, coronal polishing, sealant placement.

·Ability to take, develop and “mount” accurate, high quality radiographs/intra-oral photos.

·Clean, sterilize and prepare the equipment and operatory, prior to and after a patient’s appointment.

·Track the incoming and outgoing lab cases, monitor and order dental supplies.

·Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance, follow safety policies and procedures through OSHA compliance and BBP (Blood-borne Pathogens) Ability to multi-task and remain calm in a rapidly changing environment.

·Assist in educating the patients and address their questions and/or concerns to help them feel more comfortable.

·Assist the business administrative team in scheduling patients and submitting referrals as clinically necessary.

·Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new programs.

Qualifications

Education/Certification(s)

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required
• Current radiography certification required.
• Active Dental Assistant/ CDA/ EFDA/ EDDA/ QDA license, as required by state
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR- BLS) preferred
• Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferredas required by state, or ability to become certified.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick and Vacation Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses
• Total Rewards Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• We Provide a Flexible Work Environment to Offer Work/Life Balance