Dental Hygiene Assistant at Accelerate Dental – Cottonwood Heights, Utah

At Cottonwood Heights Dental, we are a fun, fast-paced, and supportive family practice committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Led by Dr. Bray, our team values collaboration, positivity, and continuous learning. As we continue to grow, we’re looking to add a motivated Hygiene Assistant who thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support our hygiene team and help ensure a smooth, efficient patient experience. This is a replacement position due to internal team transitions, and it’s a great opportunity to join a growing practice with long-term potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist hygienists with patient care, including taking digital X-rays and polishing
• Support patient flow and help maintain an efficient schedule (approx. 12 patients/day)
• Assist with sterilization and operatory setup/breakdown
• Help coordinate recall scheduling and patient follow-up
• Maintain accurate charting and documentation in Open Dental

Qualifications:

• Dental experience preferred but not required (willing to train the right candidate)
• Familiarity with dental software (Open Dental a plus)
• Knowledge of sterilization and basic clinical workflows is helpful
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Kind, positive, and bubbly personality
• Team player who is supportive and willing to step in where needed
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the role
• Strong communication, dependability, and time management skills
• Ability to adapt and stay calm in a fast-paced setting

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00PM
• Tuesday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Wednesday: 8:00AM - 3:00PM
• Thursday: 8:00AM - 5:00Pm
• Fridays: As needed
• Sat/Sun: CLOSED

Practice Highlights:

• Assisted hygiene model with 2 columns
• 70-minute hygiene appointments
• Modern technology including digital X-rays and CAD/CAM
• Services include orthodontics, Botox, whitening, and sleep appliances

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting at $18/hour (with growth potential)
• Dental benefits, PTO, and holiday pay
• Bonus opportunities
• Team lunches and team-building activities

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive, growth-oriented team where your contributions truly matter. We’re focused on building an exceptional team now, with long-term goals of expanding the practice, including adding another doctor in the future.