Dental Hygienist

department

asod geriatrics special care-434400

health professional (physician/nurse/other)

no

01/14/2026

02/16/2026

permanent staff (shra)

dental hygienist - advanced

mh16 / gn12

dental hygienist

p020734

full-time permanent

40

7:30 am-4:30 pm (m- th)
7:30 am-1pm (f)

chapel hill, nc

north carolina, us

$70,000 - $81,398

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a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the university of north carolina at chapel hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.one of the best college towns and best places to live in the united states, chapel hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.university

employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. Unc-chapel hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

the unc adams school of dentistry division of craniofacial and surgical care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex oral health problems. The henson geriatric and special care clinic provides specialized treatment for patients with closed head injury, epilepsy, rheumatoid arthritis, alzheimer’s disease, and more. The henson geriatric and special care clinic delivers general dental services in the care of these patients and provides education for oral health personnel in the management and treatment of elderly and/or medically, physically or developmentally compromised patients.

a sign-on bonus of $3,000 is available for the successful applicant for this position paid in 2 installments within 12 months of hire. $1,500 within 30 days of hire date and $1,500 12 months after hire date.

the unc adams school of dentistry division of craniofacial and surgical care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex medical problems. The special care & geriatric clinic provides specialized treatment for medically, physically or developmentally delayed individuals and the frail or elderly.

the mission of the unc henson special care & geriatric clinic is to broaden understanding and enhance the health professional’s ability to analyze and act upon environmental factors that influence health and the provision of dental and medical services. The ever-changing and broad scope of these factors defines the research, teaching and service endeavors and mandates the multi-disciplinary nature of the departmental faculty and staff.

Our clinical, education, research and service activities take place both at the university and unc hospitals and are embedded within the surrounding and global community in various locations such as the va, health departments, and ahec locations.

the dental hygienist is a primary care oral health professional, licensed in dental hygiene to provide education, assessment, research, administrative, diagnostic, preventive and therapeutic services that support overall health through the promotion of optimal oral health. The dental hygienist will…