Lightwave Dental·Colonial Heights, Virginia
The Hygiene Assistant supports the hygienist with clinical and administrative tasks, including patient preparation and instrument sterilization. They are also responsible for taking high-quality X-rays and performing various laboratory duties.
At River Run Dental Spa in Colonial Heights, VA, our team of dentists and hygienists do everything from dental cleanings to crowns to dentures to tooth extractions. Together we diagnose, treat, and manage our patients’ overall oral healthcare needs. We focus on preventing oral disease whenever possible and pride ourselves on quality routine dental care.
The Hygiene Assistant is responsible for assisting the hygienist in clinical and administrative duties, including prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist during dental procedures.
Assist the hygienist with all dental hygiene procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, hygienist, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays, various laboratory duties including provisional Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards
Dental assistant certification where required X-ray certification Nitrous oxide certification preferred Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law Experience with relevant dental software High school diploma or equivalent In return for providing an excellent employee and patient experience, we offer a great benefits package to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay and paid time off.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and certifications in dental assisting and X-rays, with nitrous oxide certification preferred. Ongoing training in OSHA, HIPAA, BLS, and infection control is required.
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