Temporary Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Simpsonville, SC

About The Position

We are looking for a dependable hygienist to provide coverage on an as-needed basis. This temporary opportunity offers flexibility and the chance to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive environment with a full schedule, an experienced doctor team, and the tools and resources necessary for excellent clinical care. The role includes preventive and periodontal services, patient education, diagnostic collaboration, treatment-plan presentation, and complete clinical documentation. The hygienist is also expected to maintain the operatory and follow OSHA and infection-control standards.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Local anesthesia certification is required or preferred, depending on the applicable requirement.
Reliability, regular predictable attendance, and punctuality.
Engaged, focused, positive, and professional approach, including receptiveness to feedback.
Team-oriented communication with doctors, assistants, and front-desk staff.
Clinical ownership in diagnosing and treating periodontal disease according to the standard of care.
Ability to build patient trust, explain care clearly, and comfortably recommend treatment.
Ability to discuss costs and financing clearly and confidently without pressure.
Professional presentation, including appropriate personal hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Ability to meet the stated physical and clinical-environment requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing patient financing.
Experience with Denticon practice management software.
New graduates are welcome, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Provide prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and scaling and root planing.
Complete full periodontal charting and assess periodontal health at every appropriate visit.
Take and review radiographs and intraoral images.
Educate patients about their oral health and explain the reasons for recommended care.
Co-diagnose with the dentist and build treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
Present treatment plans chairside, explaining what the patient needs and why in plain language.
Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
Administer local anesthesia where certified and permitted by state law.
Apply fluoride, sealants, and adjunctive therapies.
Ensure each patient leaves with their next recare visit scheduled.
Document accurately and completely in the patient record.
Maintain the operatory and follow OSHA and infection-control standards.
Communicate openly with doctors, assistants, and front-desk staff and contribute to the success of the office.
Maintain reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance and provide focused, professional patient care.