Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

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

Location

Requirements :

Skills

Compliance & Confidentiality

Physical & Environmental Requirements

50 lbs

Benefits

Valley Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer.