Hygiene Assistant

About Our Practice

Apple Valley Dental Group provides personalized dental care for patients of all ages that our community deserves. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use a combination of restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve optimal dental health. As a practice, we are true believers that preventive care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. That’s why we focus on comprehensive and thorough exams. Our entire team provides our patients with the personalized, gentle care that they deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

Position Summary:

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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

Benefits Offered

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay and paid time off.