Registered Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Apex, 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. This role provides preventive and periodontal care, assesses patients’ periodontal health, takes and reviews imaging, and educates patients about recommended care. The hygienist partners with the dentist to co-diagnose and develop treatment plans, presents plans and discusses costs and financing with patients, and documents care accurately. The role also includes maintaining the operatory and following OSHA and infection-control standards. Essential physical requirements include sustained clinical positioning and repetitive hand and arm movements, close-range vision, clear communication, lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds, and wearing required protective equipment. The work involves exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials, with safety protocols to be followed. Professional appearance and personal hygiene standards appropriate for close patient contact are required. The hiring process includes a conversation with the Talent Team, an office visit, prior-employer references, license verification, and background checks. New team members complete a 90-day introductory period.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Reliability, including regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Engagement and focus on the patient.
Positive and professional conduct on busy days, and ability to take feedback.
Open communication and teamwork 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 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 lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.
Follow safety protocols when working with exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials.

Nice To Haves

Local anesthesia certification (listed as required/preferred).
Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing patient financing.
Experience with Denticon practice management software.

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 their oral health and explain recommended care.
Co-diagnose with the dentist and build treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
Present treatment plans chairside 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.