Job Title: Hygiene Assistant
Our Office: Who We Are
Our office consists of a team of highly trained and experienced dental professionals, dedicated to providing top-quality care to all of our patients. In order to ensure the most effective treatment possible, we have a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology and techniques. Providing our patients with a positive and comfortable experience is our top priority.
Be our next Hygiene Assistant!
We are looking for a full-time Hygiene Assistant to join our team of professionals. Applicants for this job are required to have hands-on experience as Hygiene Assistants, or formal training in dental assisting. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and are committed to delivering the highest quality care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Summary
Hygiene Assistants assist the hygienists during procedures, clean/sanitize equipment and instruments, and prepare patients for treatment. Responsibilities are, but not limited to: assisting hygiene procedures such as SRP's, perio-charting, sealants, and applying fluoride. The Hygiene Assistant conforms to the Dental Practice Act in a comprehensive, patient-centered oral healthcare clinic.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Sterilizes and delivers instruments to the treatment area; positions instruments for hygienists to access; passes instruments. Selects, mixes, and places materials on instruments and in patients' mouths.
- Ensures the proper disposal of dental waste materials, including dental sharps, extracted teeth, blood-soaked gauze, cotton rolls, and other disposable supplies.
- Accurately and efficiently prepares patients, reviews health information, and records treatment information in the patient record.
- Prepares radiographic studies and pours, trims, and polishes study casts for diagnostic use.
- Provides patients with comfort, seating, and draping before dental treatment by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Maintains emergency drugs, oxygen supply, emergency telephone directory, and CPR certification to handle dental and medical emergencies.
- Creates temporary restorations, cleans and polishes removable appliances to maintain a patient appearance.
- Educates patients on oral hygiene and provides post-operative instructions as instructed by the hygienist
- Ensure that all materials and supplies are stocked, and prepare procedure kits for distribution.
- A license to practice X-rays in your state of employment is preferred.
Why work at Our Office?
Benefits and a competitive salary await you!
We at treat our employees like community, which means you will work with
highly motivated and passionate colleagues who are all working toward the same goal. We value diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, and offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement.
Benefits include:
- Insurance (Health + Vision)
- Dental services (Employee Discount)
- Paid holidays off
- PTO
- Referral Program
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Opportunities for Advancement
Pay: $18 - $25 per hour
Qualifications
- An experience of 1 year as a Hygiene Assistant is (Required)
- High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
- License/Certification: X-ray (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Westland, MI 48186 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westland, MI 48186: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
