Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist

Company Description

When families in Tempe and surrounding areas want quality dental care for beautiful, healthy smiles, they turn to Tempe Smiles Family Dental.

As a full-service dental office, we offer a wide range of comprehensive dental services that includes general anAd family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry.

What's more, with our commitment to using modern technology and contemporary clinical techniques, we can help your entire family enjoy comfortable and efficient treatment with every visit to our Tempe office.

At Tempe Smiles Family Dental, our knowledgeable and experienced dentists are committed to a whole-mouth approach to dentistry that helps our patients meet a wide range of needs.

Whether you've come to us for just a six-month checkup or whether you need help creating a brand new smile with dental implants, we have the skills and the technology needed to deliver the kind of gentle, precise care you're looking for.

What's more, with contemporary technology, so many aspects of dentistry are faster and more convenient than they ever were before.

To learn more about our office, check out our website here :

Job Description

We offer a work environment which is supportive and offers the chance to learn about a variety of technologies. Team members enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by individuals who have a sincere desire to help others reach their full potential.

Our Hygienists focus on building relationships with patients and having strong communication in order to deliver an exceptional patient experience.

By joining our practice, you enjoy :

• Work Life Balance : Mon-Thursday schedule
• Up to 3 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical / Vision / Dental Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Clinical Autonomy
• Collaborative environment
• Modern Office Setting
• Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities
• CE Opportunities

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform hygiene clinical procedures, including oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, sealants, fluoride, oral cancer screenings and x-rays
• Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene, as well as instructions and demonstrations of effective oral hygiene methods
• Communicate with doctor where there are opportunities in patients for restorative and / or periodontal needs
• Obtain and review dental history and / or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips) and ensure health history is updated for all returning patients

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
• X-Ray / Radiology Certification where state regulations specify
• Local Anesthesia / Nitrous Oxide certification where state regulations specify

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible.

Requires prolonged periods of standing, sitting, leaning, and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry, transport, and use tools and equipment.

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times