Hygiene Assistant
About the job
- Completion of a North Carolina Board-approved radiology course, or ability to complete it before starting.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Ability to discuss treatment and financial options with patients.
- Ability to stand, sit, bend, and reach for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Ability to work closely with patients while maintaining proper posture and positioning.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for clinical tasks.
- Ability to see and hear well enough to perform clinical duties and communicate with patients and team members, with or without correction.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including masks, gloves, gowns, and eyewear, for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a clinical setting with exposure to bodily fluids, dental materials, and low-level radiation while following safety protocols.
- At least two supervisor references must be provided; offers are contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks.
- Greet and seat patients, review and update medical histories, and take vital signs.
- Take radiographs and intraoral photos.
- Record periodontal charting and clinical notes as dictated by the hygienist.
- Prepare and turn over operatories, including cleaning, disinfecting, and setting up trays.
- Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
- Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients.
- Review recommended treatment plans with patients, answer questions, and explain costs, insurance estimates, and patient financing options.
- Help schedule recommended treatment and partner with the front office to support case acceptance.
- Help keep the hygiene schedule on time and support the team during busy days.
- Perform other duties within the scope permitted for dental assistants under North Carolina regulations.
- Dental assisting experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.
- North Carolina Dental Assistant II credential is a plus.
About the company
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry focuses on delivering dental care to local residents and families through a range of services like routine check-ups, extractions, and emergency care. The practice works by scheduling and performing dental procedures with a team of skilled professionals, guiding patients from check-in to check-out, and using patient feedback to improve service quality. They emphasize a comfortable environment to help patients with dental anxiety, and offer flexible scheduling and emergency appointments to meet urgent needs. Revenue comes from patient appointments and procedures. The goal is to build long-term patient relationships by providing personalized care and reliable access to dental services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Cary, North Carolina
Founded
2000
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Riccobene acquired two Night and Day Dental locations in March 2025.
- The Stanley Cup visit in September 2026 signals strong local brand visibility.
- Comvest's backing funds acquisitions and de novo openings across three states.
What critics are saying
- Comvest ownership in 2024 increases leverage and integration pressure across 60 clinics.
- Provider turnover after the Night and Day purchase can disrupt appointments by 2027.
- A founder exit would fracture the brand and weaken referral flow immediately.
What makes Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry unique
- Riccobene runs 60+ multi-specialty clinics across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
- Dr. Michael Riccobene still anchors the brand after Comvest's 2024 majority investment.
- It combines general, pediatric, orthodontic, oral surgery, endodontic, and implant dentistry under one roof.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Referral Program
- Paid Time Off
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match