Finger Lakes Dental Care is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with patients, staying busy, and being part of a team that works together to keep the day running smoothly.
As a Hygiene Assistant, you'll work closely with our hygienists and doctors to provide a welcoming patient experience, keep appointments moving efficiently, and make sure the hygiene rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for each patient.
What You'll Do:
Welcome patients, bring them to the hygiene room, and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
Prepare operatories and make sure instruments and supplies are ready to go
Assist hygienists with charting, documentation, and other clinical needs as directed
Take dental X-rays when trained and authorized to do so
Assist with patient histories and vital signs when qualified
Help keep the hygiene schedule running smoothly and communicate with the team when there are delays or changes
Clean, disinfect, and prepare operatories between patients
Sterilize and maintain instruments according to infection control procedures
Monitor supplies and let the team know when something needs to be restocked or replaced
Help coordinate patients' next hygiene appointments
Provide a friendly, professional experience for every patient
What We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who is:
Friendly, approachable, and comfortable interacting with patients
Organized and detail-oriented
A strong communicator who works well with a team
Able to stay organized and keep up in a busy clinical environment
Comfortable learning new technology and dental software
Reliable, dependable, and willing to jump in wherever needed
Interested in learning and growing in a dental setting
What We Offer:
Competitive pay with opportunities for performance-based incentives & profit sharing
Comprehensive Insurance package
Medical Insurance and HSA (if enrolled in high deductible plan)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time off and paid holidays
401k with company match
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Access to state-of-the-art equipment and latest dental technology
A supportive and growth-oriented work environment
Hourly Pay Range: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: 4-day work week
One weekday off each week, rotating based on the needs of the office
Office hours:
Monday: 6:30 AM–2:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday: 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Friday: 6:30 AM–2:00 PM
Important:
The position is not Monday–Friday. The employee will work four of the five days each week, with the day off rotating.
If you're looking for a position where you can work directly with patients, support a great clinical team, and have a consistent 4-day work week, we'd love to hear from you!
