Job Details Req ID: 118495 Supported Practice: Dental Care of Hampstead Category: Hygiene Assistant Location: 17064 US Hwy 17 Ste D, Hampstead, NC 28443 Years of Experience: 1 year Position Summary: Hygiene Assistantxa0xa0Dental Care of Hampstead is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on-the-job training will give you extensive hands-on dental experience and perfect your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. In this role, you will work side by side our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community.xa0xa0As a Hygiene Assistant, you'll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You'll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support.xa0 This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged!xa0 Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care.xa0xa0What You'll Gainu202fxa0Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paidu202fholidays,u202fand PTO (paid time off)xa0Front-loaded educationu202fand training, providing youu202ftheu202fopportunity to develop to your full potentialxa0Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential.xa0 More about the rolexa0Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.xa0Conduct a thorough review of the patient's health history to provide quality care.xa0Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.xa0Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and suppliesxa0Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.xa0Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendationsxa0Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.xa0xa0 Minimum Qualificationsu202f-xa0xa0On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirementsxa0High school graduate or GED Equivalentxa0xa0Team Playerxa0Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.xa0Excellent communication and organizational skillsxa0The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.xa0Physical Requirements:xa0Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.xa0Prolonged periods sitting and standing.xa0Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.xa0Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)u202fperiodically throughout the year.xa0As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.xa0xa0Who is Heartland Dental?xa0Heartland Dental is the nation''s largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.xa0At Heartland Dental, we're committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.xa0 We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.xa0xa0xa0