Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist – Charlotte, NC

Location: Charlotte, NC

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Approximately 32–40 hours per week

Scheduling flexibility is available. With multiple openings throughout the Charlotte market, we encourage candidates to share their ideal schedule so we can explore which practice may be the best fit.

Compensation

• $58–$65/hour, based on experience
• New Graduate Compensation: Up to $62/hour
• Annualized Base Compensation: Approximately $96,512–$135,200/year, depending on hourly rate and weekly schedule
• Competitive bonus system
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 may be available for select openings

Position Summary

We are seeking Registered Dental Hygienists to join several established dental practices throughout the Charlotte, NC market.

With multiple current openings across the Charlotte area, candidates have the opportunity to explore different practice locations, teams, and schedules to identify the environment that best fits their professional and personal goals.

This is an excellent opportunity whether you're an experienced hygienist looking for your next long-term position or a recent graduate looking for a supportive environment where you can continue developing clinically.

Our hygienists are valued members of the clinical team and play an essential role in preventive care, periodontal health, patient education, and developing long-term patient relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal hygiene care
• Perform dental prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, and preventive procedures
• Conduct periodontal evaluations and oral cancer screenings
• Take diagnostic radiographs as clinically indicated
• Educate patients regarding oral hygiene, periodontal health, and recommended treatment
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation
• Collaborate with doctors and other clinical team members to provide comprehensive patient care
• Maintain infection control and clinical safety standards
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Dental Hygienist license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Patient-focused approach to clinical care
• Ability to collaborate effectively with doctors and clinical team members
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus bonus system
• 2+ weeks PTO to start
• Full medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life & disability insurance
• College savings plan
• Continuing education opportunities
• Dependent Care FSA
• Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities

Charlotte Opportunities

The spreadsheet reflects eight current hygienist openings across several practices in the Charlotte market, including opportunities in the Benfield, Mallard Creek, Northlake, University Executive Park, and University Place areas.

This creates considerably more flexibility than a single-office search. Candidates are encouraged to share their preferred schedule, commute area, and number of hours rather than ruling themselves out based on availability.

About the Area

Charlotte offers a combination of big-city amenities and suburban quality of life, with diverse neighborhoods, restaurants, professional sports, outdoor recreation, and a rapidly growing healthcare community. With multiple opportunities throughout the metro area, candidates may be able to identify an office convenient to where they already live or plan to relocate.