Registered Dental Hygienist

Wilmington Community Clinic•Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

Wilmington Community Clinic is seeking a skilled, compassionate, bilingual Registered Dental Hygienist to provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services, promote oral health education, and deliver high-quality patient care. The hygienist independently manages clinical duties without Dental Assistant support and serves diverse and underserved patient populations in a community clinic setting. The position is available 4–5 days per week. Compensation is $45.00–$60.00 per hour.

Requirements

Current and active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license issued by the State of California.
Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
Current certifications or documented completion of required training in Infection Control, California Dental Practice Act, and Radiation Safety, as applicable.
Ability to independently perform dental hygiene duties without a Dental Assistant.
Bilingual English/Spanish fluency.
Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, periodontal care, and preventive oral health practices.
Knowledge of infection control procedures, sterilization standards, and dental safety regulations.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of dental terminology and electronic dental record systems.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
Previous experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health clinic.
Experience working with diverse and underserved patient populations.

Responsibilities

Perform cleanings, scaling and root planing, periodontal assessments, and preventive treatments.
Conduct oral health assessments, periodontal charting, and dental radiographs in accordance with safety guidelines.
Educate patients in English and Spanish about oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment recommendations.
Independently manage patient appointments and treatments, prepare rooms, and sterilize instruments without Dental Assistant support.
Maintain accurate patient records, treatment notes, and clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
Identify oral health concerns and collaborate with dentists and clinical staff to coordinate patient care.
Follow OSHA, infection control, HIPAA, California Dental Practice Act, and WCC policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment and monitor supplies and equipment.
Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to diverse and underserved patient populations.
Maintain current RDH licensure and required certifications, including Infection Control, Radiation Safety, Dental Practice Act, and BLS/CPR.
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to WCC’s mission and values.
Attend required meetings and trainings, maintain reliable attendance and availability to work 4–5 days per week, and perform other duties as assigned.