What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Assistant position at Dental Care Alliance?
Overview
Dental One Associates at Steeplechase is looking for a Full-Time Dental Hygienist Assistant in Capitol Heights, Maryland, to join our clinical team. We are committed in providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating team-based environment. We take pride in providing comprehensive, personalized care in warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health. Position Overview:As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. We are passionate about preventive oral health care and value our hygiene team. Join our dynamic dental practice as a Dental Hygienist! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in supportive, friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered. Schedule: Monday – Thursday (8 AM - 5 PM) | Friday (8 AM - 3 PM) What we offer:- Competitive Pay range: min$20-max$23 per hour
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (individual and family coverage)
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- 401(k)
- Support for professional growth and continuing education
- Team-oriented work environment with access to modern dental technology
Responsibilities
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization
- Assist Dental Hygienists during patient treatment progress
- Update patient health history and chart treatment progress
- Expose and develop radiographs (if certified)
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Cordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments
- Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems
- Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with the industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED (Required)
- Associate or certification in Dental Assisting
- Radiology certification (Required)
- CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort
Salary : $20 - $23
