Part Time Registered Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Shelby, NC

18h

About The Position

We are looking for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist who takes pride in clinical excellence, connects with patients, and is dependable. The role offers a full patient schedule, a supportive doctor team, and the tools and time to deliver quality care. The hygienist provides preventive and periodontal care, assesses and documents patient health, takes and reviews imaging, and educates patients about recommended care. The role also includes collaborating with the dentist on diagnoses and treatment plans, presenting those plans chairside, and discussing fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options. The hygienist maintains the operatory and follows OSHA and infection-control standards. The position requires reliable attendance, patient focus, a positive and professional attitude, teamwork, clinical ownership, clear communication, comfort discussing treatment costs and financing, and a professional appearance. Physical requirements include working in a clinical operator position for extended periods, repeated bending and reaching, fine motor and repetitive hand movements, close-range vision, clear communication 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. The hiring process includes a conversation with the Talent Team and an office visit to meet the team. Prior employers are contacted for references, and licensure and background checks are completed. Offers are contingent on satisfactory checks. New team members complete a 90-day introductory period.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Reliability and regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Patient engagement and focus.
Positive, professional attitude and ability to take 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 recommend treatment.
Ability to discuss cost and financing clearly and confidently without pressure.
Professional hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, including sitting for extended periods; bending, leaning, and reaching repeatedly; sustained fine motor control and grip; repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements; close-range vision; clear hearing and speech while masked; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; wearing protective equipment for the full shift; and following safety protocols when exposed to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials.

Nice To Haves

Local anesthesia certification is listed as required or preferred, depending on the applicable role or jurisdiction.
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 appropriate visits.
Take and review radiographs and intraoral images.
Educate patients about oral health and explain the reasons for recommended care.
Co-diagnose with the dentist and develop treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
Present treatment plans chairside in clear, 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 with doctors, assistants, and front-desk staff and contribute to the success of the office.