We are seeking a dedicated, energetic, friendly and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice who is also a motivated, self-starter!  The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality dental care to our patients, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction. As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a crucial role in promoting oral health and educating patients about proper dental hygiene practices as well as being a team leader within the practice.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings and examinations to assess patients' oral & periodontal health.
• Perform periodontal procedures with the use of ultrasonic and manual instrumentation as well as adjunct procedures such as scaling and root planning, irrigation, fluoride application and the promotion of home-care devices.
• Utilize aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile environment during procedures.
• Take high quality x-rays to assist in diagnosis & education.
• Record vital signs and maintain accurate patient records using Dentrix software.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and dietary recommendations.
• Use prophy jet as requested. 
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
• Stay updated on advancements in dental hygiene practices and technologies.
• During down time, stock room, sharpen instruments and work on recall. 

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anatomy, dental terminology, and medical/dental terminology is essential.
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques and systems used in dental practices.
• Certification for local anesthetic administration is required.
• Experience with Dentrix software. 
• Proficiency in taking vital signs and understanding medical imaging processes.
• Strong communication skills to effectively educate patients about their oral health and to efficiently integrate into our dental team.
• Previous experience in customer service and/or hospitality is a plus.

We are a fun, family oriented private owned practice.  We are a small office committed to the team approach of working together.  If you are looking for your dental home and the opportunity to work in a terrific practice with great patients, we encourage you to apply. 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• Mondays and Tuesdays – 8:45 am to 6:15pm
• Thursdays – 6:45am to 4:15pm
• Wednesdays - are a possibility 

Experience:

• Dental Hygiene: We are open to new graduates 
• Dentrix: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Local Anesthesia Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Required) We would prefer you live within a 10-mile radius