Dental Assistant

Description

Valley Healthcare System provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties, and referral services for residents of the Chattahoochee Valley, regardless of circumstances. We are a patient-centered, team-based organization that puts our community first. Our company is growing rapidly, and we are currently in search of a Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for improving lives through compassionate care.

Position Summary

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental hygiene care to patients, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, oral health education, and more. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping our patients maintain their dental health across the lifespan.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and prepare patient charts and health histories daily

• Collaborate with administrative staff to schedule hygiene patients efficiently

• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis

• Conduct scaling, root planning, and selective polishing

• Accurately chart periodontal health and update dental records

• Polish dental restorations as appropriate

• Provide oral hygiene instruction and nutritional counseling to patients

• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of treatment rooms and equipment

• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials

• Participate actively in team meetings and office improvement initiatives

• Assist with the recall system and front office coordination as needed

• Support the dentist and broader clinical team with delegated duties

Hours of Operation

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 

• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM  

Location

• Columbus, GA

• Talbotton, GA

• Fortson, GA

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (minimum 2 years post-secondary)

• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Georgia

• Current CPR certification

• Proficient in performing prophylaxis and taking X-rays

• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team

• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Adhere to HIPAA Privacy & Security regulations and Valley Healthcare System’s confidentiality policies

• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient records (oral, written, electronic)

• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local medical service requirements and internal policies

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting; occasional lifting of items >50 lbs

• Normal range of motion, vision, and hearing required

• Must be able to assist or lift patients as necessary

• Regular exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and clinical cleaning agents

• Work may require irregular hours and involves exposure to bodily fluids (position is considered at-risk for occupational exposure)

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• $3,000 Health Spending Visa for medical costs (copays, prescriptions, etc.)

• Total benefits value estimated at $14,000 annually

Valley Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer.