Registered Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride and sealants, and root planing
Complete a thorough assessment of the patient's teeth, bone, and periodontal tissues, and document any abnormalities or suspected conditions
Customize care to meet patient's oral health
Educate patients on good oral hygiene techniques
Aid the dentist with procedures and emergencies as needed
Maintain patient confidentiality
Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards
Qualifications for Dental Hygienist
Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
NC Registered Dental Hygienist licensure
Current CPR certification
1-2 years of experience working in a dental practice
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive dental care
Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Chairside assisting • CPR Certification • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Root planing • Patient assessment • Safety regulations • BLS Certification • Fluoride treatment • Full-time • Mid-level • Inspection reporting and documentation • Diagnostic evaluation • 401(k) • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Clinical assessment documentation • Patient care • Dental equipment • Dental Hygiene • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • 1 year • Clean workspace maintenance • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Registered Dental Hygienist • Dental sealant application
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Hygienist in North Carolina: $40–$50 an hour
- The middle half of 260 job posts in North Carolina that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Hygienist
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
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