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Cary Dental Group / Cary Lee Family Dentistry
Registered Dental Hygienist (1099)
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What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$73,865 / year median in North Carolina
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Registered Dental Hygienist (1099) Cary Dental Group / Cary Lee Family Dentistry Cary, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $36 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Direct patient care CPR Certification Teamwork Medical coding Dental License Eaglesoft Patient care Patient interaction Registered Dental Hygienist Polishing Full Job Description Please note: This is a 1099 independent contractor position with a negotiable 40% collection-based pay, not a traditional W-2 employment role. This role offers incredible earning potential for a clinician who excels at patient retention, treatment acceptance, and efficient care, as compensation is directly tied to your results.
Responsibilities:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including prophylaxis, SRP, periodontal maintenance
- Take dental x-rays
- Conduct oral cancer screenings and other dental assessments
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for dental care
- Administer local anesthesia (if certified)
- Assist the dentist during procedures if needed and maintain a sterile working environment
- Document patient treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information into Eaglesoft
- Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient and effective patient care
Skills:
- Valid state dental hygiene license
- Proficiency in medical coding and billing procedures
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Eaglesoft
- Strong communication skills to effectively educate and communicate with patients
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient records
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and practices
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
- CPR/BLS certified Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.