Dental Hygiene Assistant — Fast-Paced Dental Team

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry in Cary, NC is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support hygienists with patient prep, charting, and room turnover. You will handle radiographs, vital signs, and treatment plan conversations to aid case acceptance in a fast-paced team setting.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and comfort discussing treatment financing with patients. Training and collaboration with front office ensure smooth scheduling and patient care.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.
• Completion of a North Carolina Board-approved radiology course (or ability to complete before start)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• North Carolina Dental Assistant II credential a plus
• Comfort discussing treatment and financial options with patients
• Strong communication skills and a warm, patient-first approach
• Ability to stay organized and adaptable in a fast-paced setting

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat patients, review and update medical histories, and take vital signs
• Take radiographs and intraoral photos
• Record periodontal charting and clinical notes as the hygienist dictates
• Prepare and turn over operatories, including cleaning, disinfecting, and setting up trays
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients
• Review recommended treatment plans with patients, explain costs, insurance estimates, and financing options
• Help schedule recommended treatment and support case acceptance with the front office
• Help keep the hygiene schedule on time and support the team during busy days
• Perform other duties within the scope permitted for dental assistants under North Carolina regulations

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Discuss treatment options

Education

Radiology course (NC Board-approved)

CPR/BLS certification

Dental Assistant II credential (NC)

Job description

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry in Cary, NC is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support hygienists with patient prep, charting, and room turnover. You will handle radiographs, vital signs, and treatment plan conversations to aid case acceptance in a fast-paced team setting.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and comfort discussing treatment financing with patients. Training and collaboration with front office ensure smooth scheduling and patient care.