Luma Dentistry Sylacauga | Hygiene Assistant | Full Time

At Luma Dentistry Sylacauga 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.

The ideal candidate is a High-energy team player who is willing to learn and has a strong passion for dentistry.

Job Duties May Include:

• 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 radiographs
• 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: 7:45am - 4pm
• Tuesday: 7:45am - 4pm
• Wednesday: 7:45am - 4pm
• Thursday: 7:45am - 4pm