Hygiene Assistant
Location: Whittaker Family Dental - Defiance, OH
Job Type: Full-time
Sign-On Bonus: $1,000About UsAt our practice, patient care comes first—every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care.
Why Join Our Team?We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry.
Your Work Schedule
Monday: 7:45am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 7:45am-7:00pm
Wednesday: 7:45am-7:00pm
Thursday: 7:45am-5:00pm
Every other Friday: 7:45am-2:00pm
Your Role as a Hygiene AssistantAs a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll collaborate with our practice team to provide outstanding clinical support, ensuring patients receive the care they need. You’ll prepare patients for treatment, assist the hygienist/dentist in restorative procedures, and maintain a high standard of care and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to the dental hygienist to prepare the room, seat patients, and take proper documentation of the patients visit
- Ability to record and review patients’ health history, make chart entries under the direction of the Doctor or hygienist, and assures completion of all necessary forms and signatures needed
- Educate patients on their treatment plans as well as maintaining their oral health
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patients
- Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
- 1-5 years of experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific).
- Current CPR certification.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including 401(k).
- Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO that grows with your career.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and development.
- Exciting Work Environment: A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Ready to Join Us?Apply today and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing dental care!
North American Dental Group-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from North American Dental Group, a dental support organization.
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Skills Required
- Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training
- 1-5 years of experience
- Radiography/X-ray certification
- Current CPR certification
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Commitment to exceptional service and patient education
What We Do
North American Dental Group (NADG) is a dental support organization that partners with affiliated dentists and supports more than 200 dental practices across 15 states. It provides teams with tools, technology, training, and support while allowing dentists clinical autonomy. NADG focuses on outstanding oral-health experiences, putting patients first and seeking to transform the lives of both patients and team members.
