Registered Dental Hygienist (Monday-Thursday)

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental practice as a Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist in Fayetteville! This role offers you the chance to make a real difference in patients' lives by providing essential dental care and education. You'll work closely with dentists to assess and meet the oral health needs of patients, ensuring they leave with bright smiles and valuable knowledge on maintaining their dental health. With a supportive team and a commitment to high standards of care, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in their dental career while building lasting relationships with patients. Don't miss out on this fulfilling opportunity to be part of a dedicated team!

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a current Hygienist license for North Carolina.
• Ability to perform dental hygiene procedures and patient assessments.

Responsibilities

• Promote dental health through patient care and education.
• Perform routine treatments, including cleaning and polishing teeth.

Skills

Patient care

Dental hygiene procedures

Independent thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Dental hygiene certificate program

Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Electronic record keeping

Radiographic equipment

Job description

Registered Dental Hygienist (Monday-Thursday)

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist for our newly renovated Fayetteville office.

Are you tired of going to work with no sense of fulfillment, happiness or purpose? Take matters in your own hands and become a Riccobene team member! You can navigate your future by partaking in the ultimate employee experience & building long lasting relationships with your patients and co-workers, by helping them SMILE.

Dental Hygienist Position Summary

A Dental Hygienist for Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry works together with our dentists to meet the oral health needs of our patients.

A Dental Hygienist is responsible for promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screenings, periodontal maintenance, charting dental solutions, willingness to assist with a variety of responsibilities in the dental office, and performing in compliance with Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry's highest standard of care.

DENTAL HYGIENIST KEY COMPETENCIES

• Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting
• Delivers direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures
• Takes patient vital signs
• Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing
• Takes radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist
• Applies sealants and fluorides
• Electronic record keeping
• Documents patient dental history and chief complaint
• Records and reports pertinent observations
• Teaches patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments
• Completes Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist
• Reviews and explains treatment plan and associates fees with patient
• Ability to articulate and express patients concerns to dentist
• Primary treatment coordinator
• Ancillary duties as needed

Requirements
Dental Hygienist Essential Requirements

• Must be present by 7:45am as clinic opens at 8am (operational hours may vary based on location); individual must be reliable. This is a full time position
• Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene and has current Hygienist license for state of North Carolina. NEW GRADS WELCOME!
• Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment
• Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork approach to job responsibilities
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
• Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
• Must have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach
• Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with Patients and patient care
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and written correspondence
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance