Dental Hygienist - Advanced - Lillington

Position Details

Dental Hygienist - Advanced - Lillington (Job No. 001987, FTE 1.0, Salary Range $46,410 – $90,352, Anticipated $75,000 – $83,200)

Location:

Lillington, NC
Department:
School of Dental Medicine, University of North Carolina, East Carolina University

This role is located in the Community Service Learning Center in Lillington, NC, and reports to a licensed dentist. The primary responsibility is to provide advanced dental hygiene care, education, and support within the dental clinic that serves both educational and community needs.

• Review and revise patient histories and record vital signs.
• Acquaint patients with preventive oriented practice philosophy.
• Chart existing restorations on new patients and assess disease presence.
• Perform thorough oral prophylaxis (cleanings), using ultrasonic devices, scaling instruments, polishing, and flossing.
• Educate, motivate, and reinforce proper plaque removal techniques and provide nutritional guidance.
• Apply topical fluorides and occlusal sealants as indicated.
• Take study models for indicated patients.
• Explain treatment alternatives to patients.
• Record specific treatments performed and other necessary chart information.
• Expose, process, and mount necessary radiographs.
• Aid in chairside assistance as necessary.
• Handle instrument sharpening, sterilizations, and maintenance of all equipment.
• Help reconfirm and appoint patients, escort them to and from operatories, and clean and disinfect operatories between visits.
• Maintain supplies, manage patient recall system, assist with front‑desk duties, and participate in staff meetings.

• Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.
• Preferred: CPR certificate and Radiology certification.
• Ability to work full‑time (1.0 FTE) with consideration for part‑time (0.5–1.0 FTE) appointments; salary and benefits adjusted accordingly.
• Eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and various voluntary supplemental retirement and insurance plans.
• For transfers from other NC state agencies or internal ECU transfers: previous TSERS enrollment maintains eligibility.

• Provide a complete listing of all knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education in your application; do not write “see resume.”
• Respond to application questions with supporting detail based on your previous employment if applicable.
• Complete all required application questions; failure to answer does not disqualify but may limit consideration.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Eligible for the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP), multiple voluntary plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Flexible Spending, Cancer, Disability). Not eligible for the NC Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) unless previously enrolled. Associates may elect to participate in ORP if not offered during TSERS enrollment.

East Carolina University commits to workforce success and a culture of care. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race, ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act may contact the ADA Coordinator.

Job Open Date: 12/08/2025 – Job Close Date: 12/15/2025 (not posted until filled). Full‑time schedule:
Monday‑Friday, 8‑5.

Human Resources contact:
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity – 252‑328‑9847 or 1‑866‑489‑1740 or employment. Final date to receive applications and phone contact are as listed.