Hygiene Assistant - LouisburgAt Lane & Associates Family Dentistry, we love to make our patients smile, and that starts with you! The Hygiene Assistant plays a key role in supporting our hygienists by handling patient-related clerical duties, assisting with clinical tasks, and maintaining chart accuracy. This position helps ensure the hygienist can work efficiently and provide exceptional patient care. Direct patient interaction may vary based on the hygienists needs, but the goal is for the Hygiene Assistant to actively contribute, grow their knowledge, and enhance the overall patient experience.
Key ResponsibilitiesDaily/Weekly/Monthly duties include, but are not limited to:
Ensure treatment rooms are properly stocked, disinfected, and set up for each appointmentGreet patients warmly and introduce your roleUpdate medical history and obtain blood pressure as requested by the hygienistChart and document all procedures performed; note next recommended treatmentCollaborate with clinical staff to maintain a clean, organized lab and treatment roomsDocument patient conditions, medical/dental history, procedures, and patient commentsExpose digital radiographsReinforce hygienist-recommended treatments and home-care instructionsAssist with managing the office recall systemMaintain inventory control in hygiene rooms and sterilize instrumentsParticipate in shared maintenance dutiesPerform routine tasks independentlyAssist with monitoring the schedule and confirming appointments as neededPerform other duties as assignedSkills & AttributesStrong planning and organizational skillsComputer proficiencyExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsProfessional appearance and demeanorJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GEDValid NC X-ray CertificationDAI Certification is requiredAbility to lift 1520 lbsWhy You'll Love Working Here!