Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Shelby, NC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a Part Time Registered Dental Hygienist at the Shelby office located at 139 W Ross Grove Rd, Shelby, NC 28150! This role is focused on promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screenings, periodontal maintenance, charting dental solutions, and assisting with various dental office responsibilities, all while adhering to the highest standard of care. The position emphasizes building long-lasting relationships with patients and co-workers.

Requirements

Must be present on time (operational hours may vary based on location); individual must be reliable.
Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
Current Hygienist license for the state of North Carolina.
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.

Nice To Haves

NEW GRADS WELCOME!

Responsibilities

Assesses 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.
Performs 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.
Acts as the primary treatment coordinator.
Performs ancillary duties as needed.