Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist – Clayton Office We are looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Clayton office at Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry. Dental Hygienist Position Summary A Dental Hygienist works together with our dentists to meet the oral health needs of our patients and promotes dental health by performing prophylaxis, oral cancer screenings, periodontal maintenance, charting, and providing patient education in compliance with the highest standards of care. Dental Hygienist Key Competencies Assess dental condition and needs of patient using screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting Deliver direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures Takes patient vital signs Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing Takes radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs Applies sealants and fluorides Electronic record keeping Documents patient dental history and chief complaint Records and reports pertinent observations Teaches patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care Cleans and sterilizes instruments Completes Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist Reviews and explains treatment plan and associates fees with patient Articulates and expresses patient concerns to dentist Primary treatment coordinator Ancillary duties as needed Requirements Must be present on time, reliable, and able to work full‑time during operational hours Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene and have a current Hygienist license in North Carolina Demonstrate independent thinking, good judgment, and effective teamwork Show initiative, dependability, and promptness Perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail Be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach Follow instructions and take responsibility for own actions Maintain confidentiality with patients and patient care Read and interpret safety rules, procedure manuals, and written correspondence Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Benefits Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr