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Lane- in Henderson, NC is seeking a compassionate Dental Hygienist to support long-term oral health, provide preventive care, and create a welcoming patient experience daily. You will work under the dentist, educate patients on oral health, manage periodontal therapies, and help lead recalls and hygiene programs while maintaining inventories and following OSHA guidelines.
This role offers a collaborative clinical team, ongoing education opportunities, and a friendly work environment with Fridays
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Full Time Henderson, NC, US
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team! In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting our patients’ long-term oral health, providing preventive care, and creating a positive, welcoming experience at every visit. You’ll work under general supervision from the dentist and collaborate closely with our clinical team to ensure exceptional patient care.
Daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Prepare, disinfect, and fully stock the treatment room for each appointment.
Update patient health histories, take blood pressure, and gather visit information.
Educate patients about their oral health needs, treatment options, and long-term outcomes.
Provide Soft Tissue Management (STM) and customize home-care plans for periodontal patients.
Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain clean, organized, and professional treatment and lab areas.
Document patient conditions, medical/dental histories, treatment notes, and patient feedback.
Perform hygiene treatment procedures, including prophylaxis, scaling, sealants, coronal polishing, and fluoride applications.
Manage and oversee non-surgical periodontal therapy programs.
Lead the preventive maintenance program and partner with the hygiene assistant on recall systems.
Maintain inventory control in hygiene rooms.
Sharpen and sterilize periodontal instruments.
Work independently with recurring and routine tasks.
Follow OSHA guidelines and company safety policies.
Support the office by helping earn 5-star Google reviews through exceptional patient experiences.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrated excellence in planning, time management, and organizational skills.
Proficient in computer and digital systems
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
Consistently maintains a professional, patient-focused demeanor and delivers compassionate care.
Graduation from a two- to four-year accredited Dental Hygiene Program with CEU certifications.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.
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