Hygiene Assistant - Lifetime Smiles Dental Care

Join our dedicated team at Lifetime Smiles Dental Care as a Hygiene Assistant/New Patient Coordinator and help us create exceptional experiences for our patients in Marion, IN.

As 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.  This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged!  Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care. 

About Lifetime Smiles Dental Care

Lifetime Smiles, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. 

• Monday - Thursday weekly schedule 
• Located off South Western Ave, just south of Aldi 
• Be a part of a growing, goal oriented practice with a positive environment 

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture.  As a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. 

Benefits: enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance
• Complimentary dental services for you and your dependents (excluding lab fees)
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• 401(K) retirement plan 
• Six paid holidays per year (after 90 days of employment) and two weeks of paid vacation (after one year of employment)
• Ongoing continuing education and unlimited growth opportunities

More about the role 

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment. 
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care. 

• Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act. 
• Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies 
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping. 
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations 
• Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow. 
  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Indiana Radiology License required, or permit with the ability to obtain licensing within 90 days of hire
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills 
• The 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.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability 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. 

• Prolonged periods sitting and standing. 
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times. 
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year. 

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.