What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant/Hygiene Assistant position at Affordable Smiles?
Position Summary: The hygiene assistant will assist the dental hygienist in both administrative and clinical duties including: taking x rays, charting patient data, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, and assisting during cleanings.
Benefits Include:
- Group Health Insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Free life insurance
- 401k Plan
- Monthly bonus potential
Essential Functions:
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
- Clean and polish removable appliances
- Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
- Record treatment information in patient records
- Take dental diagnostic x-rays
- Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner
- Must maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policies
- Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments
- Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings
- Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Standing and walking 80%
- Sitting 20%
- Moderate noise levels from dental and other lab equipment
- Medical, office, and lab setting
- Minimum lifting requirements of 35 pounds in order to transfer equipment and pack and unpack supplies.
- Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to examine and service patients.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $18