Hygiene Assistant

smilepartnersrecruitment; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Full benefits

No weekends

Full-time position

Supportive, family-oriented work env

Job summary

The Center for Advanced Dentistry in Suwanee, GA seeks an experienced Full-Time Hygiene Assistant to join our well-established office. We value a family-like atmosphere, long-term relationships, teamwork, exceptional patient care, and community impact.

Responsibilities include assisting dentists, mentoring staff, managing scheduling and records, and maintaining infection-control protocols. Competitive pay starts around $21/hour with full benefits and PTO in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hygiene assisting experience.
• Familiarity with Dentrix software.
• Ability to perform FMX and coronal polishing.
• Strong understanding of periodontal charting.
• Knowledge of Zoom Whitening.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative dental team.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures while preparing treatment rooms and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Supervise and mentor dental assistant team members, assigning tasks and providing guidance as needed.
• Manage patient scheduling, records, and insurance claims processing.
• Maintain strict sterilization and infection-control protocols in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and order dental supplies as needed.
• Participate in quality-assurance activities and ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with patients, answer questions, schedule appointments, and follow up on treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care.

Skills

Hygiene assistance

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Infection control

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Hygiene Assistant

The Center for Advanced Dentistry
6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, #500, Suwanee, GA 30024

The Center for Advanced Dentistry is seeking an experienced Full-Time Hygiene Assistant to join our well-established Suwanee office!

We pride ourselves on the family-like atmosphere we have created for both our patients and employees. Our practice values long-term relationships, teamwork, exceptional patient care, and making a positive difference in our community.

Position Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of hygiene assisting experience
• Knowledge and experience with Dentrix
• Accuracy and confidence performing FMX
• Experience with coronal polishing
• Strong understanding of periodontal charting
• Knowledge of Zoom Whitening
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative dental team

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures while preparing treatment rooms and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Supervise and mentor dental assistant team members, assigning tasks and providing guidance as needed.
• Manage patient scheduling, records, and insurance claims processing.
• Maintain strict sterilization and infection-control protocols in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and order dental supplies as needed.
• Participate in quality-assurance activities and ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with patients, answer questions, schedule appointments, and follow up on treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care.

Compensation & Benefits

• $21.00/hour *based on experience
• Paid time off
• Full benefits package
• Full-time position
• No weekends!
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday, plus two Fridays per month
• Monday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Two Fridays per month: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM
  • One-hour lunch break Monday-Thursday