Hygiene Assistant

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry • Kannapolis, NC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Join a team where you can grow, feel valued, and make a real impact. At Riccobene Associates, we believe your career should bring fulfillment, support, and opportunity. If you're looking for a practice where you can build meaningful relationships and advance your skills, we’d love to meet you! We’re hiring a Full Time Hygiene Assistant to join our Kannapolis team at 1829 S Ridge Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28083. We’re looking for a dependable, team‑oriented DA II who is passionate about providing excellent patient care. In this role, you’ll work alongside engaged providers and a supportive clinical team in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment where collaboration and quality care are top priorities.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Dependable, detail‑oriented, and team‑focused mindset
• DA II training or equivalent
• NC X‑ray Certification
• Coronal Polishing Certificate
• CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Ability to clearly explain treatment plans and insurance information

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of experience assisting hygiene preferred
• Knowledge of Denticon is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist daily with diverse workflow
• Take digital X‑rays
• Collect and record patient health histories and vital signs
• Follow sterilization protocols for operatory turnover and set up
• Support patient education and post‑appointment instructions
• Maintain instruments, equipment, and clinical supplies
• Schedule appointments
• Support additional clinical‑related tasks

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and telemedicine
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Supportive, growth‑oriented team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed