What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Assistant position at Heartland Dental?
Dental Hygiene Assistant - Zionsville, IN
New program graduates welcome!
As a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care.
About Parkway Dental Care
Parkway Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.
- Join a seven person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community
- Located near the corner of Whitestown Pkwy and Veterans Rd, just down from LePeep
- Full time, 4 day a week position, 36 hours
Benefits:
- Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance
- Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(K) retirement plan
- Monthly and quaterly bonus opportunities
- 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment), 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment)
- Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities
More about the role
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.
- Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care.
- Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
- Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies
- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
- Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
- Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.
Minimum Qualifications
- Indiana Radiology License, or permit pending
- Digital charting in a software system, Dentrix preferred
- Basic understanding of dental procedures and terminology
- Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.
- Prolonged periods sitting and standing.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
- Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year.
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
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