Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

About Smile Starters Smile Starters is a general dental practice serving children and young adults ages 1–20. We are dedicated to educating our patients on best practices for lifelong oral health. Working with the youngest members of our community allows us to achieve long-term results, which is highly rewarding for our team of Hygienists and Dentists. Many of our former patients now bring their own children to us — a testament to the quality care and relationships we build.

This position allows you to work in a collaborative team setting with like-minded dental professionals in a supportive, bright, and positive environment.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Review medical histories with patients or their parent/guardian Take dental x-rays as appropriate Perform teeth scaling and polishing Write chart notes and maintain accurate electronic health records Assist dentists with charting during exams Obtain parent/guardian consent for sealants and other procedures Present treatment plans to parents/guardians and obtain consent for procedures Write referrals and facilitate correspondence with dental colleagues as directed Maintain a clean and organized workspace Support the dental team with other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate

Enjoys teamwork (our hygienists work closely with dedicated DA II’s to assist young patients) Enjoys working with children and creating positive dental experiences Thrives in a bright, happy environment Professional, friendly, with excellent bedside manner Energized by a busy, active workday

Requirements

NC Dental Hygienist License CPR Certification

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance incentives Paid time off Health, dental, vision insurance, short term disability, and supplemental life insurance Company paid Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Retirement plan options Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment Opportunity for career growth within a well-established pediatric-focused practice Continuing education opportunities

Requirements

NC Dental Hygienist License CPR Certification

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Chairside assisting • CPR Certification • Medical chart preparation • Dental office • Maintaining an organized workspace • Informed consent • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • BLS Certification • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Disability insurance • Assisting medical staff • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Chairside coronal polishing • Patient history taking • Experience working with children • Paid time off • Children • Dental x-ray • Informed consent procedures implementation • Pediatrics • Treatment planning • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • Case referral • Clean workspace maintenance • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Patient referrals • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Polishing • Life insurance • Entry level • Retirement plan