Hygiene Assistant

About the Practice:

At Marion Family Dental, we are committed to providing quality dental care to families in the area. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We believe in the importance of listening to our patients, taking the time to truly understand each person's needs, goals, and lifestyle.

Responsibilities:

The Hygiene Assistant is responsible for assisting the hygienist in clinical and administrative duties, including prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist during dental procedures.

Assist the hygienist with all dental hygiene procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, hygienist, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays, various laboratory duties including provisional

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines

Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards

Qualifications:

Dental assistant certification where required

X-ray certification

Nitrous oxide certification preferred

Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law

Experience with relevant dental software

High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits Offered:

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package for full-time positions to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), vacation pay and paid time off.

Requisition Number:

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Permanent