What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Support Specialist position at Heartland Crossing Dental Care?
About the Role
At Heartland Crossing Dental Care, we are seeking a highly skilled Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our clinical team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional support to our hygienists and ensuring that our patients receive top-notch care.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment. They will also possess a working knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology, as well as experience with dental software, such as Dentrix.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, while sustaining patient comfort and providing appropriate education throughout treatment.
- Conduct a thorough review of the patient's health history to provide quality care.
- Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
- Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits, including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies.
- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
- Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
- Partner with providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Qualifications: Indiana Radiology License, or permit pending.
- Working knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology.
- Experience with a dental software, Dentrix preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
