Patient Care Coordinator

Posting Information

Posting Information


Department
ASOD Periodontology-436530


Career Area
Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)


Is this an internal only recruitment?
No


Posting Open Date
05/27/2026


Application Deadline
07/23/2026


Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)


Position Title
Dental Hygienist - Advanced


Salary Grade Equivalent
MH16 / GN12


Working Title
Patient Care Coordinator


Position Number
00060106


Vacancy ID
P021065


Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent


If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week
40


Work Schedule


Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00 pm

Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC


Position Location
North Carolina, US


Hiring Range
$69,958 - $81,398


Pay Band Information


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Notice to Applicants

Position Summary Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit


The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Department of Periodontology, Endodontics, and Dental Hygiene houses several disciplines. The ASOD Periodontology provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with advanced periodontal disease that have been treated with surgical techniques to maintain or replace the dentition, including those with multiple or complex medical problems, as well as the management of gum and tissue inflammation resulting from existing dental conditions.

Position Summary


A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $3,000 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE.
$1,500 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE AND
$1,500 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) is a key player in the day-to-day operations of the ASOD Graduate Periodontology Clinic, supporting Graduate Program Director, clinic and program. This position is directly responsible for numerous patient, resident and faculty interactions on a daily basis that help ensure clinical and fiscal success. As a first point of contact for patient concerns, resident logistical matters and interdepartmental questions, this position represents our clinic with outstanding professionalism and service. The PCC will be responsible for clinical operations including but not limited to facilitating patient assignment, monitoring the fiscal health of the Graduate Periodontology Program and the productivity of its residents, managing quality of care and providing support to the Graduate Program Director for the overall success of the program.

This position will guide, organize and monitor activities of the ASOD Graduate Periodontology Clinic, as well as collaborate with the other PCCs in the Department to effect quality patient care. This is done through accurate documentation, ongoing education and coordination of the team's operations. The PCC in Graduate Periodontology Program will be closely monitoring and provide coordination of patient care in the Graduate Periodontology clinic to assure efficient delivery of high quality patient-centered-care; tracking the performance of residents to ensure that residents provide excellent patient management and that residents are receiving the appropriate educational experiences and are progressing towards competence and graduation; will participate in and help coordinate the delivery, development and continuous improvement of the Program; will participate in the risk management process by acting as compliance officer and as an ombudsman/ombudswoman in the clinic; will provide supervision of others.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements


Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.

Management Preferences


Demonstrated knowledge of clinical dental hygiene practices, periodontal patient care, and applicable clinical standards and protocols. Ability to utilize electronic patient record systems, generate reports, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse patients, residents, faculty, staff, and interdisciplinary teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment while supporting resident education, patient care, and clinic operations. Degree in Dental Hygiene preferred, along with experience in Periodontology, supervisory/team environments, and/or administrative clinical support functions.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities


Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements
Patient care involved


Special Instructions

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement


The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.