Registered Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$94K–$98K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
About the Role
Wrightsville Dental in Wilmington, NC is looking for a passionate and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing team! This is a fantastic opportunity to provide exceptional patient care in a welcoming, professional environment where your expertise truly makes a difference.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing procedures for patients
- Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments including periodontal charting and screenings
- Take and review dental X-rays (radiographs) in accordance with practice protocols
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, home care, and preventive strategies
- Document accurate patient records and treatment notes in the practice management system
- Collaborate with the dentist and dental team to develop individualized patient treatment plans
- Administer local anesthesia and apply fluoride or sealant treatments as needed
Requirements
- Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of North Carolina
- Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Experience with dental practice management software is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care
About Us
Wrightsville Dental is a trusted dental practice proudly serving the Wilmington, NC community with a commitment to exceptional oral health care. Our patients love us for our friendly atmosphere, attention to detail, and personalized approach to dentistry. We foster a supportive team culture where dental professionals are valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work every day.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $94k–$98k | Dental Hygienist median $94k (middle half $88k–$109k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$101k in purchasing power | North Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygiene listings in North Carolina | 51 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in North Carolina | 222 active | 5,912 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | North Carolina healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 5% offer loan repayment222 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 772 in the last 30 days | 438 the 30 days before (+76%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Dental Hygienist at Wrightsville Dental a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.
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