Hygiene Assistant
University Dental Associates Inc, High Point, NC, United States
Overview
As a Hygiene Assistant with our practice, you will be responsible for assisting our providers in delivering quality care to patients.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team environment, have a “can do” personality, and be able to complete their assigned work in a timely fashion. In addition, a Hygiene Assistant must display open communication to co-workers and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures in compliance with protocol.
Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
Perform all chairside procedures efficiently.
Efficiently direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
Perform all necessary lab procedures.
Uphold a positive rapport with staff members and patients at all times.
Demonstrate safe and cost effective practices when utilizing supplies and equipment.
Assist office in achieving defined goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience
One year certified dental assistant program; or
Six months on-the-job experience; or
High school diploma and demonstrated ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
Current dental assistant license is required in certain states.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Comply with protocols and standards.
Exercise knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.
Support shared vision and values.
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As a Hygiene Assistant with our practice, you will be responsible for assisting our providers in delivering quality care to patients.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team environment, have a “can do” personality, and be able to complete their assigned work in a timely fashion. In addition, a Hygiene Assistant must display open communication to co-workers and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures in compliance with protocol.
Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
Perform all chairside procedures efficiently.
Efficiently direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
Perform all necessary lab procedures.
Uphold a positive rapport with staff members and patients at all times.
Demonstrate safe and cost effective practices when utilizing supplies and equipment.
Assist office in achieving defined goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience
One year certified dental assistant program; or
Six months on-the-job experience; or
High school diploma and demonstrated ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
Current dental assistant license is required in certain states.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Comply with protocols and standards.
Exercise knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.
Support shared vision and values.
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