Dental Hygienist (Future Opportunities in the Triad)
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday
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Job Description
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is growing, and we’re always looking to connect with Registered Dental Hygienists across the Triad area who are passionate about patient care and looking for a supportive, team-focused environment.
If you’re open to exploring new opportunities now or in the future, we’d love to connect and learn more about what you’re looking for in your next role.
Typical schedule options include: Monday–Thursday, 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday, 7:45 AM – 2:00 PM (varies by location)
Let’s connect and see what could be a fit for you in the Triangle!
Position Summary
The Dental Hygienist works closely with our dentists to support the oral health needs of our patients. This role focuses on delivering preventative and periodontal care, promoting patient education, and maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence in a team-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and preventative care
- Conduct patient screenings, including medical history review and periodontal charting
- Take dental radiographs for diagnostic purposes
- Provide oral cancer screenings
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, home care, and disease prevention
- Accurately document patient care in electronic records
- Review and explain treatment plans and associated fees with patients
- Communicate patient conditions and concerns with the dentist
- Maintain operatory cleanliness and sterilization standards
- Support team operations and assist with additional duties as needed
- Current Dental Hygienist license in the state of North Carolina
- Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (Associate’s degree or certificate required)
- Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and patient education skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance standards
- Flexible, positive, and team-oriented approach
Why Join Us?
- Modern, patient-centered practice offering a full range of dental services
- Supportive, team-oriented environment where hygiene is valued
- Opportunity to build strong patient relationships and make a meaningful impact
- Consistent, full-time schedule with work-life balance
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Dental Hygienist license in North Carolina and have completed an accredited Dental Hygiene program. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a professional, team-oriented approach are required.
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)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 32% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
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