Registered Dental Hygienist
3/2/2026
The Dental Hygienist will be responsible for providing preventive and periodontal care, including procedures like prophies, SRP, and local anesthesia, while performing necessary charting and assessments in collaboration with the doctor. Key duties also involve educating patients on oral health and maintaining accurate digital documentation following all safety standards.
Working Hours
36 hours/week
Company Size
51-200 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Description
Dental Hygienist – Axiom Dentistry (Clayton)
Axiom Dentistry in Knightdale, NC is seeking a dependable, patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our supportive and friendly team. This is a great opportunity for someone who values a positive culture, strong teamwork, and a well-organized schedule that supports quality patient care.
Schedule & Compensation
• Monday–Thursday, 7:15am–4:30pm (1-hour lunch)
• Occasional Fridays as needed
• 32–36 hours per week
• Competitive hourly pay with production bonus opportunities
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays
• Scrubs provided
What You’ll Do
• Provide preventive and periodontal care including prophies, SRP, perio maintenance, local anesthesia, and nitrous (if certified)
• Perform periodontal charting, radiographs, assessments, and co-diagnosis with the doctor
• Maintain accurate digital charting and documentation
• Educate patients on oral health, perio disease, and home care
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure excellent patient experiences
• Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control standards
Required Qualifications
• Active North Carolina RDH license
• Proficiency in periodontal care, assessments, and digital radiographs
• Experience with dental software (Open Dental, Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or similar)
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time efficiently
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)
• Experience with laser therapy, advanced perio care, or salivary diagnostics
• Certification in nitrous oxide or laser dentistry
• Experience with CBCT, digital scanning, or advanced imaging
• Strong case acceptance and patient motivation skills
If you are a compassionate, growth-minded hygienist looking for a stable, supportive practice, we’d love to consider you for our team.
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