Luma Dentistry Sylacauga | Hygiene Assistant

Our team is growing, and we are looking to add a Full Time Hygiene Assistant to our long-standing team in Sylacauga.

Luma Dentistry has been serving Central Alabama for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on the long-standing relationships built at the office level and surrounding communities. We strive to deliver high-quality, compassionate dental care and spend time each appointment to ensure the patient leaves with a smile on their face.

Our new team member will enjoy updated facilities, opportunity for career advancement and a family like atmosphere that we have created for both patients and employees. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to learn and has a strong passion for dentistry.

Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients in waiting area and escorts patients to the operatory
• Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist
• Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures
• Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the dentist and assure completion of forms and signatures
• Assume the responsibility associated with any duties that may be delegated by the dentist
• Familiarize the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion to that patient when it is needed
• Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory
• Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments
• Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment
• Take digital radiograph
• Follow practice protocols: quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, referral, emergency medicine, implants, perio program and emergency treatment

Experience:

• Assisting the Hygienist with patients
• Dentrix experience a plus
• Comfortable assisting with root canals, crowns, extractions, and making temporary crowns
• Great attitude and a team player

Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 7:45am - 4pm