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Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry

#Patient Care #Healthcare #Dental Insurance #Clinical Documentation #Dental Hygiene #Oral Health #Dental Prophylaxis #Radiographs #Registered Dental Hygienist

Quick overview

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for promoting oral health through prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and oral cancer screenings. They work alongside dentists to assess patient needs, maintain electronic records, and educate patients on preventative home care.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a current Hygienist license for the state of South Carolina and a degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene. New graduates are welcome to apply.

associate degreeprofessional certificateInstrument SterilizationPatient EducationTreatment PlanningPatient ScreeningDental ChartingSealants ApplicationFluoride ApplicationRadiographsPeriodontal MaintenanceOral Cancer ScreeningsDental ProphylaxisElectronic Record Keeping

Job description

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist for our Wilmington- Porters Neck office located at 1204 8201 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28411!
Are you tired of going to work with no sense of fulfillment, happiness or purpose?
Take matters in your own hands and become a Riccobene team member!
You can navigate your future by partaking in the ultimate employee experience & building long lasting relationships with your patients and co-workers, by helping them SMILE.
S- Sincerity (passion & excellence in everything we do) M- Mastery of skills with on-the-job training I- Integrity (doing the right thing all the time) L- Laughter & Love (bring Joy and laughter to work- happiness is always a choice) E- Excellent compensation, employee perks & benefits (competitive salary, medical, vision, dental, 401k, bonus plan & 100% paid for benefits such as telemedicine, short-term disability and life insurance).
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 Must be present on time (operational hours may vary based on location); individual must be reliable.
This is full time position.

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