What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Assistant position at Mountain View Dental Ruidoso?
At Mountain View Dental we put patients first! Our goal is to exceed their expectations with a dental team that works together to achieve this in the most comfortable and caring way possible. As a practice, we are dedicated to avoiding complacency and instead choose to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry. We work together as a team to achieve our shared goal of giving the best possible treatment to our patients.
Currently, our office is seeking a Full-Time Hygiene Assistant for our practice in Ruidoso, NM! The ideal candidate would maintain a positive/upbeat personality, have the ability to multitask well and be comfortable with computers and technology!
Duties/Responsibilities
- Prepares treatment room for the patient.
- Prepares patient for hygiene treatment by welcoming, comforting, and seating patients.
- Works the hygiene recall list to schedule patients for the follow-up exam.
- Provides instrumentation to the hygienist by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for hygienist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
- Documents dental care services by charting in patient records as directed by dentist or hygienist.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping the information confidential.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Prior Hygiene Assisting experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to be a team-player and communicate effectively.
- Must obtain X-Ray Certification within 90 days of hire! (Not Required to Start!)
- High school diploma or equivalent
Benefits
- Medical and Dental Insurance.
- 401K w/ Matching
- Paid Sick Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays
- Bonuses and advancement opportunities!
Equal Opportunity Employer
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