Registered Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Benson, NC

About The Position

We are looking for a part-time dental hygienist to work Fridays. The role is suited to someone who takes pride in clinical excellence, connects with patients, and is dependable. The hygienist will have a full schedule, a supportive doctor team, and the tools and time to provide care. Responsibilities include preventive and periodontal treatment, patient education, collaborating with the dentist on diagnoses and treatment plans, presenting care and discussing costs and payment options, maintaining accurate records, and following safety and infection-control standards. The position requires regular, predictable, on-time attendance; focused patient engagement; a positive and professional attitude; teamwork; clinical ownership; clear communication and patient trust-building; confidence discussing treatment costs and financing; and professional presentation. The physical requirements include sitting for extended periods in a clinical operator position; repeatedly bending, leaning, and reaching over patients; using both hands for fine motor work and sustained grip; repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements; close-range vision and clear hearing and speech; lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds; wearing protective equipment for the full shift; and working with exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials while following safety protocols. Hiring includes a conversation with the Talent Team, an office visit, prior-employer references, license verification, and satisfactory reference, license, 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.
Regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Patient-focused, engaged, positive, and professional conduct; ability to take feedback.
Team-oriented communication with doctors, assistants, and front-desk staff.
Ability to diagnose and treat periodontal disease according to the standard of care.
Ability to build patient trust, explain care clearly, and recommend treatment.
Comfort discussing treatment costs and financing clearly and confidently, without pressure.
Professional presentation, including appropriate personal hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.
Ability to follow safety protocols when exposed to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials.

Nice To Haves

Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing patient financing.
Experience with Denticon practice management software.
Local anesthesia certification, if not required by state or role.

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 develop periodontal and restorative treatment plans.
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.
Schedule each patient’s next recare visit before they leave.
Document accurately and completely in patient records.
Maintain the operatory and follow OSHA and infection-control standards.
Communicate with doctors, assistants, and front-desk staff and contribute to office teamwork.
Meet the role’s physical requirements and maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene standards.
Participate in the hiring process, including reference and license checks, and complete the 90-day introductory period.