Hygiene Assistant

$37,440 - $37,440/Yr

Melwood Horticultural Training Center - Upper Marlboro, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Upper Marlboro, MD

Social Assistance

About the position

The Hygiene Assistant position at a fast-paced dental office in Upper Marlboro, MD, involves supporting dental hygienists and dentists in providing quality care to patients. The role requires good communication skills, teamwork, and X-ray certification, with responsibilities including patient preparation, instrument sterilization, and maintaining a clean office environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients in the dental office
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry in procedures scheduled in second column
• Assist the Hygienists whenever possible
• Take X-rays
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the Dental office clean and well-stocked
• Housekeeping tasks of the Dental Office
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Requirements

• Valid X-Ray Certification
• Experience in X-Ray
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as a team player

Benefits

• Paid time off