Job description:
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a full-time or part time Registered Dental Hygienist for our Leland office!
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly wage based on experience
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Welcome bonus!
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Paid time off and holidays
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401(k) plan with matching
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Continuing education opportunities
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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
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Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting
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Delivers direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures
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Takes patient vital signs
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Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing
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Takes radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist
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Applies sealants and fluorides
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Electronic record keeping
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Documents patient dental history and chief complaint
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Records and reports pertinent observations
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Teaches patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care
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Cleans and sterilizes instruments
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Completes Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist
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Reviews and explains treatment plan and associates fees with patient
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Ability to articulate and express patients concerns to dentist
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Primary treatment coordinator
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Ancillary duties as needed
Dental Hygienist Essential Requirements
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Must be present by 7:45am as clinic opens at 8am (operational hours may vary based on location); individual must be reliable. This is full time position.
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Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene and has current Hygienist license for state of North Carolina. NEW GRADS WELCOME!
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Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment
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Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices
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Ability to demonstrate teamwork approach to job responsibilities
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Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
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Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
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Must have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach
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Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions
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Ability to exercise confidentiality with Patients and patient care
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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and written correspondence
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Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
