Dental Hygienist Praus Dentistry Cary, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time $45

•$50 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) 5% Match 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Teamwork BLS Certification X-Ray Certification Patient interaction Registered Dental Hygienist Full Job Description Praus Dentistry is a modern, streamlined general dental practice dedicated to promoting oral health with a strict focus on minimally invasive, tooth-preserving dentistry. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist to join a clinical environment designed for productivity, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. If you possess excellent interpersonal skills, love educating patients, and share our core values, we would love to meet you. Our Core Values Our culture is the foundation of our practice. We expect every team member to embody:

Integrity:

Upholding honesty, practicing transparency, and consistently delivering high-quality clinical work.

Passion:

Demonstrating a genuine love for the dental profession and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Humility & Selflessness:

Showing a willingness to serve others, go the extra mile for patients and peers, and welcome constructive feedback.

Reciprocity:

Fostering a highly collaborative environment where you contribute to the team's success, and the team actively supports yours. Relationships are our key to success.

Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities Patient Care:

Conduct thorough hygiene examinations, prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and scaling and root planing (SRP).

Co-Diagnosis:

Collaborate closely with the dentist to evaluate and co-diagnose patients' oral health conditions.

Auxiliary Procedures:

Perform necessary clinical procedures, including the application of sealants and occlusal guards.

Diagnostic Imaging & Tech:

Take accurate dental x-rays (with dental assistant support as needed), capture intraoral photographs, and utilize intraoral scanners for digital impressions. (Training provided for photography and scanning).

Instrument Management:

Maintain, sterilize, and properly sharpen hygiene dental instruments.

Practice Operations:

Actively manage and schedule hygiene recall appointments for assigned patients. Qualifications & Experience Active Dental Hygiene license. Current BLS/CPR and Radiology certifications. Local anesthesia certification (training/sponsorship available if required) . New graduates with a strong willingness to learn and grow are highly encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Schedule Pay Range:

$45.00

•$50.00 per hour with benefits (50% health insurance premium; 401k 5% match; up to $2,000 dental care coverage; 7-day PTO)

Work Schedule:

Monday:

Closed Tuesday

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Thursday:

8:00 AM

•5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)

Friday:

8:00 AM

•3:00 PM (Straight shift, no lunch break—start your weekend early!) No weekend shifts. How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and align with our practice philosophy, please reply directly to this posting with your current resume. We will reach out to qualified candidates within one week of receiving your application. Thank you for considering Praus Dentistry as your next career move!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$45.00

•$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person