Job description:

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a full-time Registered Dental Hygienist for our Shelby, NC office!

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience


• Paid time off and holidays


• 401(k) plan with matching


• Continuing education opportunities


• A supportive and respectful work culture

DENTAL HYGIENIST POSITION SUMMARY

A Dental Hygienist for Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry works together with our dentists to meet the oral health needs of our patients.

A Dental Hygienist is responsible for promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screenings, periodontal maintenance, charting dental solutions, willingness to assist with a variety of responsibilities in the dental office, and performing in compliance with Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry’s highest standard of care.

DENTAL HYGIENIST KEY COMPETENCIES

• Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting


• Delivers direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures


• Takes patient vital signs


• Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing


• Takes radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist


• Applies sealants and fluorides


• Electronic record keeping


• Documents patient dental history and chief complaint


• Records and reports pertinent observations


• Teaches patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care


• Cleans and sterilizes instruments


• Completes Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist


• Reviews and explains treatment plan and associates fees with patient


• Ability to articulate and express patients concerns to dentist


• Primary treatment coordinator


• Ancillary duties as needed