Registered Dental Hygienist

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.