Hygiene Assistant

The Hygiene Assistant is primary responsibility to provide support and assistance to doctor in the clinical areas of the office and help minimize unnecessary wait times in the hygiene bay while aiding in providing quality care to the patient.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY

The Hygiene Assistant will perform a variety of responsibilities and be cross-trained in many or all of the following: Always greet patients with a smile and bring patients back into the clinical area for their appointments. Make a positive first impression by using the patient's and parent's names with a welcoming attitude, demeanor, and a smile. The general nature of the appointment should be explained to help set proper expectations for the appointment. Assist the doctor in preparing the patient's chair with the needed supplies and instruments when needed. Clean the patient's teeth using either a toothbrush or hygiene handpiece. Clean the chairs and rooms following treatment to prepare for the next patient. Assist in the flow of patients: bring the patient back for treatment, assist throughout the appointment, guide patients and parents to the front desk upon completion of their appointment, and assist in any other area needed to help others in guiding patients through the visit. Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of all operatory equipment, instruments, chairs, and work stations based on OSHA regulations and the Company standards. Assist the Doctor in charting dentition and entering clinical notes of the patient.

X-rays:

Clinical Assistants that are x-ray certified will obtain any necessary periapical, bitewing, and panoramic x-rays for the appointment.

Patient confidentiality:

Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance as well as adhere to all OSHA rules and regulations. Work as a team within the organization,. The Hygiene Assistant is expected to conduct him or herself with a high degree of professionalism in all work assignments and related duties. Each Hygiene Assistant will be evaluated on his or her attitude, ethics, customer service, clinical procedures, administrative duties, and teamwork.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

• must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times. Communication
• effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management. Must be able to project a capable and professional image. Must possess excellent organizational skills
• strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.

The Hygiene Assistant must be able to successfully type minimum of 40 words per minute.

Pay:

$12.00

• $16.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person