Job Details Req ID: 120165 Supported Practice: Markland Family Dental Category: Hygiene Assistant Location: 927 South Washington Street, Kokomo, IN 46901 Years of Experience: 2-3 years Position Summary: Dental Hygiene Assistant - Kokomo, INxa0xa0As 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.xa0 This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! xa0In this role, you will work side by side our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community.xa0About Markland Family DentalMarkland Family Dental, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.xa0 Monday - Wednesday schedule weekly, Thursday and Fridays as neededxa0Located at the corner of Markland and Washington in KokomoBe a part of a fun, energetic team in a family atmospherexa0Who is Heartland Dental?As the largest and one of the fastest growing Dental Support Organizations, Heartland Dental provides exceptional service to its more than 2300 supported doctors in 38 states and over 1,400 supported offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve.xa0 Supported Doctors are the leaders of their practice and set forth their own clinical care philosophies.xa0xa0Benefits:Medical, prescription drug and vision insurancexa0Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus labxa0feesLife and disability insurance401(K) retirement planMonthly and quarterly bonus opportunities6 paid holidays and paid time off after 90 daysxa0Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities More about the rolexa0Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.xa0Conduct a thorough review of the patient's health history to provide quality care.xa0Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.xa0Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and suppliesxa0Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.xa0Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendationsxa0Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.xa0xa0 Minimum Qualificationsu202f: xa0Indiana Radiology License in Requiredxa0Coronal polishing and fluoride certification a plus1+ years in a dental clinical settingxa0Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.xa0Excellent communication and organizational skillsxa0The 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.xa0Physical Requirements:xa0Ability 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.xa0Prolonged periods sitting and standing.xa0Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.xa0Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)u202fperiodically throughout the year.xa0As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.xa0xa0Who is Heartland Dental?xa0Heartland Dental is the nation''s largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.xa0At Heartland Dental, we're committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.xa0 We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.xa0xa0xa0