full-time 1 month ago
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Angela Gray Family Dentistry
Jacksonville, AR 72076
16.00 - 27.50/hr
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Job Description
Join Our Team!
We are seeking a friendly, organized, and patient-focused Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our growing dental practice. This unique role combines clinical assisting, front office support, and hygiene scheduling coordination to help create an exceptional patient experience from check-in to check-out.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships with patients, and take pride in keeping both the clinical and administrative sides of the office running smoothly, we'd love to meet you!
Position Summary
The Dental Hygiene Assistant supports the hygiene department by assisting the hygienist during patient care, coordinating hygiene schedules, presenting treatment recommendations, and providing exceptional customer service. This role bridges clinical care and patient communication while ensuring an efficient and productive hygiene schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Prepare treatment rooms and operatories for hygiene appointments.
Assist the hygienist during periodontal therapy and other hygiene procedures as needed.
Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
Take digital radiographs and intraoral photographs.
Record clinical notes and update patient records.
Maintain inventory of hygiene supplies and equipment.
Educate patients on oral hygiene instructions and post-treatment care.
Confirm hygiene appointments and manage the hygiene schedule to minimize cancellations and no-shows.
Contact overdue patients and assist with hygiene reactivation efforts.
Verify patient information and assist with insurance verification when needed.
Coordinate patient flow between the front and back office.
Work closely with the clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient daily operations.
Qualifications
Previous dental assisting and/or dental front office experience preferred.
Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and insurance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Current DA license
CPR certification
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
Friendly and compassionate
Detail-oriented and dependable
Organized and proactive
A strong communicator
Comfortable in both clinical and administrative settings
Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
A team player with a positive attitude
What We Offer
Paid time off
Health and retirement benefits
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact on patients while using both your clinical and administrative skills, we'd love to hear from you!
Pay: $16.00 - $27.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a friendly, organized, and patient-focused Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our growing dental practice. This unique role combines clinical assisting, front office support, and hygiene scheduling coordination to help create an exceptional patient experience from check-in to check-out.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships with patients, and take pride in keeping both the clinical and administrative sides of the office running smoothly, we'd love to meet you!
Position Summary
The Dental Hygiene Assistant supports the hygiene department by assisting the hygienist during patient care, coordinating hygiene schedules, presenting treatment recommendations, and providing exceptional customer service. This role bridges clinical care and patient communication while ensuring an efficient and productive hygiene schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Prepare treatment rooms and operatories for hygiene appointments.
Assist the hygienist during periodontal therapy and other hygiene procedures as needed.
Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
Take digital radiographs and intraoral photographs.
Record clinical notes and update patient records.
Maintain inventory of hygiene supplies and equipment.
Educate patients on oral hygiene instructions and post-treatment care.
Confirm hygiene appointments and manage the hygiene schedule to minimize cancellations and no-shows.
Contact overdue patients and assist with hygiene reactivation efforts.
Verify patient information and assist with insurance verification when needed.
Coordinate patient flow between the front and back office.
Work closely with the clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient daily operations.
Qualifications
Previous dental assisting and/or dental front office experience preferred.
Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and insurance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Current DA license
CPR certification
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
Friendly and compassionate
Detail-oriented and dependable
Organized and proactive
A strong communicator
Comfortable in both clinical and administrative settings
Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
A team player with a positive attitude
What We Offer
Paid time off
Health and retirement benefits
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact on patients while using both your clinical and administrative skills, we'd love to hear from you!
Pay: $16.00 - $27.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
About Angela Gray Family Dentistry
Angela Gray Family Dentistry in Jacksonville, AR is dedicated to providing the highest level of dental medicine along with friendly, compassionate service. Patients praise the professional and courteous staff, making each visit comfortable and pleasant. They offer a variety of services to care for your teeth and mouth.
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