Registered Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Myrtle Beach, SC

18d

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. The role offers a full schedule, a supportive doctor team, and the tools and time to deliver great care. The hygienist provides preventive and periodontal treatment, evaluates oral health, educates patients, collaborates with the dentist on diagnosis and treatment planning, and helps patients understand treatment costs and financing options. The position also involves accurate recordkeeping, maintaining the operatory, and following OSHA and infection-control standards. Reliability, patient engagement, professionalism, teamwork, clinical ownership, and comfort discussing treatment and costs are important expectations.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Engaged and focused patient care; positive, professional conduct and receptiveness to 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 clearly, and recommend treatment.
Comfort discussing costs and financing clearly and confidently, without pressure or handing the conversation off.
Professional hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Ability to sit for extended periods in a clinical operator position; bend, lean, and reach repeatedly; use both hands with fine motor control and sustained grip; and perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements throughout appointments.
Ability to see clearly at close range, including small detail, depth, and color, and to hear and speak clearly while masked.
Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.
Ability to wear required protective equipment for the full shift and work safely around blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials.

Nice To Haves

Local anesthesia certification is preferred where not required.
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 every appropriate visit.
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, explaining what patients need and why.
Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
Administer local anesthesia where certified and permitted by state.
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 openly with doctors, assistants, and the front desk, and contribute to the success of the office.
Maintain professional presentation, including personal hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Meet the stated physical and safety requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Complete a 90-day introductory period as a new team member.