Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Hygiene Assistant at a leading dental practice in Rockville. This exciting role is perfect for recent graduates or those new to the field, offering unparalleled on-the-job training and a chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment. You'll work closely with experienced hygiene providers to deliver exceptional patient care while enjoying state-of-the-art technology and a collaborative atmosphere. With a commitment to continuous learning and growth, this position provides a fulfilling career path in the dental industry. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to learn, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Front-loaded education and training

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or new dental assistants are encouraged to apply.
• Radiology certification is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist hygienists during procedures and ensure patient comfort.
• Conduct patient health history reviews and prepare treatment rooms.
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Customer service skills

Education

Radiology Certification

Dental Assisting School Graduate

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Innovative Dentistry of Rockville is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team.

This is the perfect role for someone that recently graduated dental assisting school or newer dental assistants with less than a year of 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 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.

A radiology certification is required for this role.

This is an hourly position with a pay range of $20.00-$22.00 an hour, based on experience.

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.

Must be able to work the following schedule:

Monday & Thursday: 8:45a-6:00p

Tuesday: 7:15a-4:00p

Wednesday & Friday: 7:15a-4:30p

About Innovative Dentistry of Rockville

Innovative Dentistry of Rockville is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a 12-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community.
• Our practice is located at 192 Halpine Road in Rockville, MD.

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, as well as 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

• Radiology Certification
• Team Player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• The 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.

Who is Heartland Dental?

As the largest and one of the fastest growing Dental Support Organizations, Heartland Dental provides exceptional service to its more than 1,600+ supported doctors in 38 states and over 1,150+ supported offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported Doctors are the leaders of their practice and set forth their own clinical care philosophies. With the largest network of doctors, we are founded by a doctor for doctors with a mission to support dentists and their teams as they deliver the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve while providing exceptional careers and creating value for our stakeholders.

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.