What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hygiene Assistant position at Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry?
Join a team where you can grow, feel valued, and make a real impact. At Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry, we believe your career should bring fulfillment, support, and opportunity. If you're looking for a practice where you can build meaningful relationships and advance your skills, we’d love to meet you!
We’re hiring a Full-Time Hygiene Assistant to join our Wilmington- Porters Neck Team!
We’re looking for a dependable, team‑oriented Hygiene Assistant who is passionate about providing excellent patient care. In this role, you’ll work alongside engaged providers and a supportive clinical team in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment where collaboration and quality care are top priorities.
Why Riccobene? (Our SMILE Values)
S – Sincerity: Passion and excellence in everything we do
M – Mastery: On‑the‑job training and continued skill development
I – Integrity: We do the right thing — always
L – Laughter & Love: A positive, joyful workplace culture
E – Excellent Perks: Competitive pay, benefits, and memorable team events
What you will do
- Assist the hygienist daily with diverse workflow
- Take digital X‑rays
- Collect and record patient health histories and vital signs
- Follow sterilization protocols for operatory turnover and set up
- Support patient education and post‑appointment instructions
- Maintain instruments, equipment, and clinical supplies
- Schedule appointments
- Support additional clinical‑related tasks
Ready to grow your career with a team that feels like family? Take the next step toward a role where your skills and personality truly matter! Apply now or Email your resume to Lena.Hamad@brushandfloss.com
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
- Dependable, detail‑oriented, and team‑focused mindset
- DA II training or equivalent
- 1–3 years of experience assisting hygiene preferred
- NC X‑ray Certification
- Coronal Polishing Certificate
- CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Ability to clearly explain treatment plans and insurance information
- Knowledge of Denticon is a plus
- Competitive hourly pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 100% employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and telemedicine
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Supportive, growth‑oriented team environment
We're committed to investing in our people, supporting professional growth, and creating a workplace where team members feel valued, connected, and excited to come to work each day.