Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Six paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Crescent Park Dental Care in Riverview, FL is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This entry‑level role offers on‑the‑job training and exposure to a wide range of dental procedures under the supervision of experienced hygienists.

You will greet patients, review health histories, assist during procedures, and help prepare rooms and equipment. A supportive, growth‑oriented environment with comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• On‑the‑job training may be required based on state requirements.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
• Regular HIPAA training and PHI protection awareness.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and provide patient education throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Assist hygienists during procedures and prepare treatment rooms.
• Set up and restock rooms, instruments and supplies.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Follow safety protocols and OSHA & CDC guidelines.
• Collaborate with providers to maximize workflow.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hygiene Assistant, Riverview FL

Crescent Park Dental Care, Riverview FL, 3926 US Highway 301 S, Riverview, FL 33578 is looking for a Hygiene Assistant. This is a 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 perfect 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 provide the best possible patient care to our local community.

Work Schedule - No Weekends!

• Monday - 7:30am-5:30pm
• Tuesday - 7:30am-5:30pm
• Wednesday 7:30am-5:30pm
• Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm
• Friday Off

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 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, 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
• 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.

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.