Dental Hygienist
Compensation
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Job Description
Ready to love where you work? At Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry, we believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team. We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing Cary West office!
What You’ll Do
- As a valued RDH on our team, you’ll partner closely with our doctors to help patients achieve healthier smiles and better overall health. Your role will include:
- Providing exceptional preventive and periodontal care
- Performing cleanings, polishing, and periodontal maintenance
- Taking digital radiographs and vital signs
- Conducting oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting
- Educating patients on oral hygiene and home care
- Applying sealants and fluoride treatments
- Reviewing treatment plans and helping patients feel informed and comfortable
- Maintaining accurate electronic records
- Supporting a collaborative and positive office environment
- Schedule Expectations
- Must be available by 7:40 AM (office opens at 8:00 AM)
- If you’re looking for a practice where you can grow professionally, feel appreciated, and truly make a difference in patients’ lives every day — we’d love to connect with you!
- What We’re Looking For
- Active North Carolina Dental Hygienist license
- Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
- Excellent communication and patient care skills
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- New graduates are encouraged to apply!
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan with matching
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Ancillary insurance options; long-term disability, hospital indemnity
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist will provide preventive and periodontal care, including cleanings, radiographs, and oral cancer screenings. They will also educate patients on oral hygiene and maintain accurate electronic health records.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active North Carolina Dental Hygienist license and have graduated from an accredited Dental Hygiene program. Strong communication skills and a compassionate, team-oriented mindset are required.
Key Skills
Dentistry Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dental Hygienist median $250k (middle half $200k–$300k)420 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | North Carolina index 94.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in North Carolina | 203 active | 5,776 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | North Carolina healthcare professional listings: 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 4% offer loan repayment203 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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