Dental Hygiene Assistant - Access Dental Care - Reno, NV

Job Overview Dental Hygienist Assistant - At least one year experience preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate. Salary DOE. Job includes chairside assisting during hygiene treatment, suctioning, polishing, taking x-rays and charting. Helps the hygienist to prepare operatories ie., set up and breakdown, maintain a clean and sterile environment, sterilization, patient education on oral hygiene care and assists the front office with scheduling patient appointments. This position is full time Tuesday through Saturday. Duties Assist the hygienist during examinations and procedures. Prepare and maintain the treatment room, ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready for use. Perform chairside assisting, including suctioning, retraction, and passing instruments as needed. Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care. Manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation of treatments performed. Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain an aseptic environment. Support front office operations as needed, including scheduling appointments and managing patient flow. Stay updated on dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and advancements in dental assisting practices. Experience Previous experience in a dental clinic setting is preferred but not mandatory; we welcome candidates eager to learn. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining efficient systems within the practice. Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members. This is a general family dental practice. We are dedicated to providing a clean, welcoming office while providing exceptional patient care and building strong lasting relationships. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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