Hygiene Assistant at Fairmont Family Dentistry

Pasadena, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Dental Instruments, X-Ray Certification, Infection Control, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Computer Programs, Patient Education, Charting, Sterilization, Radiographic Studies, Restorations, Emergency Management, Inventory Management, Treatment Preparation, Safety Protocols

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Overview of Job The Hygiene Assistant’s primary responsibility is to provide support and assistance to Doctors, Hygienists, and Dental Assistants in the clinical areas of the office. Help minimize unnecessary wait times in the hygiene bay while aiding in providing quality care to the patient. Primary Responsibilities and Tasks Successful completion of a dental assistant licensing program desired but not necessary. Possess active state x-ray certification desired. Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments. Exceptional customer service skills. Strong knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office. Key Competencies and Characteristics Prepares treatment room for patients and prepares patients for dental treatment. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area. Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Fabricates restorations; cleans and polishes removable appliances. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification. Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Documents dental care services by charting in patient records. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Maintains a safe clean working environment and ensures operation of dental equipment. Maintains dental supplies inventory. #indeedwavedp Requirements Education and Training On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements. High school graduate or GED Equivalent. Team Player. Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills. FLSA Status: Hourly Reports to: Operations Manager

Responsibilities

The Hygiene Assistant supports Doctors, Hygienists, and Dental Assistants in clinical areas, ensuring quality patient care and minimizing wait times. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and educating patients on oral hygiene.