Hygiene Assistant

Northway Dental is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on-the-job training will provide you with extensive hands-on dental experience, enhancing your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. You will work alongside our exceptional hygiene providers to deliver the best possible patient care to our local community.

Role Overview

As a Hygiene Assistant, you will work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and prioritizes patient care. You will benefit from state-of-the-art technology while enjoying camaraderie and support. This role is perfect for a hard-working and motivated individual with a passion for providing top-notch patient care.

What You’ll Gain:

- Competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

- Front-loaded education and training, providing the opportunity to reach your full potential.

- Opportunity to be part of a secure company with over 20 years of industry-leading experience, offering a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Responsibilities:

- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, ensuring patient comfort and providing appropriate education throughout treatment.

- Conduct thorough reviews of patients’ health histories to deliver quality care.

- Provide superior assistance to hygienists during various procedures, adhering to state dental practice acts.

- Assist in setting up rooms for hygiene visits, including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies.

- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record-keeping.

- Prepare treatment rooms in strict adherence to safety protocols, following OSHA and CDC recommendations.

- Collaborate with providers and team members to follow office systems and maximize workflow.

Qualifications:

- High school graduate or GED equivalent.

- Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills.

- On-the-job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.

- Ability to access and protect minimum necessary PHI for job-related functions, with regular HIPAA training.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.

- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.

- Availability to attend virtual (or in-person) training sessions periodically throughout the year.