Dental Hygienist

CarolinasDentist - Midtown, 4622 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America Job Description About Our Practice Are you looking to work in a beautiful, modern office with new technology, great patients, and an awesome team? If you are an experienced dental professional and would like to work in an environment that promotes fun, relationships, and growth opportunities then CarolinasDentist Midtown is the office for you. We are centrally located in Wilmington and just minutes from the highways and beaches. Come join our team! We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, great benefits for full‑time employees and a fun place to work. Did we mention that we like to have fun? Position Summary The dental hygienist is responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and managing the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist. Responsibilities Establish and maintain continued patient care relationships Verify/document patient health history and educate patients about oral hygiene/health/disease as well as procedures and services offered Perform clinical hygiene functions including but not limited to: exposing/evaluating diagnostic x-rays, taking and recording blood pressure, adult/child prophylaxis, non‑surgical periodontal therapy, and co‑assessing possible restorative treatments with the doctor Determine needs and perform sealant placement, Arestin, and fluoride treatments as needed Qualifications Dental hygiene certification from an accredited dental hygiene school Current hygiene license where employed Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law Experience with dental software Benefits Offered Competitive Pay : Receive pay that matches your experience and performance. Comprehensive Insurance : Enjoy peace of mind with health, dental, and vision coverage. Future Planning : Secure your financial future with our 401(k) retirement savings plan. Time for You : Paid time off and holidays to recharge. Growth and Learning : Unlock your potential with opportunities for professional development and growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr