Registered Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

We are looking for a hygienist who takes pride in clinical excellence, connects with patients, and is someone the team can count on every day. You will have a full schedule, a supportive doctor team, and the tools and time to deliver great care. The role includes providing preventive and periodontal care, assessing and documenting patient health, educating patients, coordinating treatment plans with the dentist, and discussing treatment costs and financing options. Hygienists are expected to maintain their operatory, follow safety and infection-control standards, and provide a professional, patient-focused experience.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Engagement and focus on the patient during care.
Positive, professional attitude and ability to take feedback.
Open communication with doctors, assistants, and front desk, with a team-first approach.
Diagnose and treat periodontal disease according to the standard of care.
Build patient trust, explain care clearly, and feel comfortable recommending treatment.
Discuss costs and financing clearly and confidently, without pressure or handing the conversation off.
Maintain high standards for personal hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Meet the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including extended clinical sitting; repeated bending, leaning, and reaching; fine motor control and sustained grip; repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements; close-range vision; clear hearing and speech while masked; lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds; wearing protective equipment for the full shift; and working safely around blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials.

Nice To Haves

Local anesthesia certification (listed as required or preferred).
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 rationale for recommended care.
Co-diagnose with the dentist and build treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
Present treatment plans chairside in plain language, explaining what the patient needs and why.
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.