Full-Time Dental Hygienist

FIRST CHOICE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS INC; Spring Lake (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FIRST CHOICE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS INC located in Spring Lake, North Carolina, is hiring a full-time Dental Hygienist. This role involves promoting dental health through prophylaxis, oral cancer screenings, and patient education. As part of a close-knit community, candidates are encouraged to be proactive in maintaining patient records and compliance with dental standards.

Applicants should hold an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene, possess a North Carolina Dental Hygiene License, and are welcomed even if they are new graduates. Current CPR (BLS) certification is also required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• North Carolina Dental Hygiene License required.
• New grads welcome.
• Current CPR (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides prophylactic care and preventive care including topical fluoride and occlusal sealant application.
• Exposes and develops radiographs.
• Provides oral hygiene education to patients, both individually and in groups.
• Develops education programs with the dental director.
• Maintains accurate and legible dental patient records.
• Follows state and federal laws, standards, and guidelines related to dental services.
• Assists with the development and implementation of CQI for the dental program.
• Participates in continuing education seminars to enhance the dental program.

Job description

Why Join First Choice Community Health Centers

Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Harnett County offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and convenient access to big‑city amenities. Located less than an hour from both Raleigh and Fayetteville, residents enjoy the tranquility of rural living with the benefit of nearby urban excitement.

At First Choice, we’re proud to offer employment opportunities in this beautiful area, giving you the chance to work in a close‑knit community while staying connected to the vibrant Triangle region. With a perfect balance of peaceful and affordable living and easy access to cultural and career opportunities, Harnett County is an ideal place to call home.

Position Summary

First Choice Community Health Centers is seeking a full‑time Dental Hygienist who will promote dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, charting conditions of decay and disease, performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act, and teaching primary preventative care education.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides prophylactic care and preventive care to include topical fluoride and application of occlusal sealant
• Exposes and develops radiographs
• Provides oral hygiene education to patients, on an individual basis and in groups when feasible and appropriate
• Develops education programs with the dental director
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and legible dental patient records
• Keep current and implement state and federal laws, standards, and guidelines related to dental services
• Be responsible for assisting with the development and implementing the CQI for the dental program
• Participate in continuing education seminars on and off site as appropriate and feasible to enhance dental program
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Other Duties Assigned

• Perform other duties as assigned or become necessary by supervisor

Education and/or Experience

• Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• North Carolina Dental Hygiene License required
• New grads welcome
• Current CPR (BLS) required

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works intra‑orally using sonic instruments that generate air spray, hand instruments that require repetitive movements. Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and treatment of HIV positive patients. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.