Hygiene Assistant

O2 Dental Group

Bilingual is a PLUS!!!!
Schedule: Monday–Friday

Are you a dental assistant looking for your new dental home? O2 Dental Group is seeking a motivated, energetic, and patient-focused Hygiene Assistant / DAII to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional patient care in a positive, supportive environment.

If you love dentistry, enjoy working with people, and want to advance your career while using modern dental technology, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join O2 Dental Group?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• Supportive, passionate leadership and team culture
• Opportunity to grow your skills and career in a modern dental practice

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and setting up dental instruments and equipment, including x-ray machines, anesthetics, and impression materials
• Assist dentists and dental hygienists during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and accessibility at all times
• Perform coronal polishing in accordance with certification and state guidelines
• Assist with and administer N₂O (nitrous oxide) as permitted by certification
• Take ordered dental x-rays using NC X-ray Certification
• Assist patients with intake forms, consents, vitals, and introductory documentation
• Provide postoperative instructions to patients to support proper oral care and prevent infection
• Maintain strict compliance with all OSHA, HIPAA, state, and federal regulations
• Support sterilization of instruments and facility according to required standards
• Perform administrative duties including greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, ordering supplies, managing inventory, and handling lab submissions and follow-ups
• Deliver exceptional service by “wowing” each patient, every visit
• Assist providers and patients with all aspects of chairside care within the scope of certification
• Complete additional duties as assigned by doctors and business leaders

Qualifications & Requirements

• Dental Assistant I (DAI) certification (NC)
• Coronal Polishing Certification required
• NC X-ray Certification required
• Passion for dentistry and patient care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to professionalism, safety, and compliance

If you’re ready to take the next step in your dental career and be part of a team that truly loves what they do, apply today and discover your future with O2 Dental Group.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person