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Northern Arizona Periodontics

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Registered Dental Hygienist

Northern Arizona Periodontics

Cottonwood, AZ • On-site

$47 - $65/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Northern Arizona Periodontics | Cottonwood & Sedona, Arizona
Build a Career in Specialty Periodontal Care
 At Northern Arizona Periodontics, we are committed to creating a healing environment where patients feel seen, safe, and supported while delivering evidence-based periodontal care with precision, integrity, and genuine human connection. 
Our hygienists are more than providers — they are educators, leaders, patient advocates, and essential members of a highly collaborative specialty team.
We are seeking an exceptional Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about periodontal health, clinical excellence, patient education, and long-term professional growth within a specialty environment.
This role is ideal for someone who wants more than a traditional hygiene position. Our hygienists play a critical role in comprehensive periodontal care, implant maintenance, interdisciplinary communication, and helping patients achieve lasting health outcomes.
 If you are clinically driven, adaptable, team-oriented, and excited by continued growth and learning, we would love to meet you. 
Why Join Northern Arizona Periodontics?
  • Specialty-Focused Clinical Environment: Work alongside experienced periodontists in a collaborative setting focused on:
    • Periodontal therapy 
    • Implant maintenance 
    • Advanced diagnostics 
    • Long-term patient outcomes 
    • Comprehensive periodontal care 
  • Professional Growth & Mentorship: We deeply invest in our hygiene team through:
    • Ongoing mentorship 
    • Clinical calibration 
    • Advanced periodontal education 
    • Hygiene Study Clubs 
    • Continuing education opportunities 
    • Collaborative case discussions 
  • Supportive, High-Performing Team Culture: We believe accountability and support should coexist. Our culture values:
    • Professionalism 
    • Teamwork 
    • Respect 
    • Adaptability 
    • Emotional maturity 
    • Growth mindset 
    • Calm, solution-oriented communication 
  • Long-Term Stability: We are seeking hygienists who value consistency, long-term relationships, and becoming an integral part of a growing specialty practice.
Responsibilities
  • Perform comprehensive periodontal hygiene evaluations
  • Conduct periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, and patient assessments 
  • Provide implant and periodontal maintenance care 
  • Take and review high-quality digital radiographs 
  • Educate patients regarding periodontal health and home care 
  • Accurately document clinical findings and treatment recommendations 
  • Collaborate closely with doctors and team members regarding patient care 
  • Participate in clinical calibration and continuing education initiatives 
  • Maintain OSHA, infection control, and sterilization standards 
  • Support schedule flow and overall clinical operations 
Our practice emphasizes consistency, strong systems, clear communication, and collaborative workflows designed to support both patients and team members. 
Qualifications
  • Current Arizona Registered Dental Hygienist license 
  • Previous experience working in a dental office environment strongly preferred 
  • Experienced hygienists encouraged to apply
  • Newly licensed hygienists with prior dental office experience are welcome to apply 
  • Local anesthesia certification 
  • CPR certification 
  • Strong communication and patient education skills 
  • Excellent clinical judgment and attention to detail 
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, structured specialty environment 
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills 
  • Willingness to learn, grow, and participate in ongoing clinical development 
  • Candidates without prior dental experience may find this specialty environment challenging during onboarding
Preferred
  • Experience in periodontal or specialty practice 
  • Experience with implant maintenance 
  • Familiarity with digital imaging and periodontal software systems 
What Makes Someone Successful Here? Our strongest team members are:
  • Clinically curious 
  • Adaptable 
  • Detail-oriented 
  • Accountable 
  • Team-focused 
  • Calm under pressure 
  • Receptive to coaching and growth 
  • Passionate about excellent patient care 
Schedule & Flexibility
  • Clinical hours generally run Monday–Thursday 
  • Team members arrive by 7:30 AM for morning preparation and huddle 
  • Some schedule flexibility and occasional extended days may occur based on patient care needs and operational demands 
  • Team members may work between multiple office locations as needed 
Benefits & Perks: Depending on eligibility and employment status, benefits may include:
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Continuing education opportunities 
  • Collaborative team environment 
  • Specialty clinical development 
  • Team events and study clubs 
  • Long-term growth opportunities 
About Northern Arizona Periodontics
Our Mission: We deliver compassionate, evidence-based periodontal care with precision and integrity—enhancing oral and whole-body health through personalized service, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient relationships.
Our Vision: To be the trusted periodontal team of choice in our community by creating a healing environment where patients feel seen, safe, and supported—every time, with every visit.
Northern Arizona Periodontics is a specialty periodontal and implant practice committed to clinical excellence, advanced patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term relationships with both patients and referring providers.
We are building a team of professionals who care deeply about growth, consistency, teamwork, and creating an exceptional patient experience.
 Enjoy the beauty of Northern Arizona while building a meaningful long-term career within a respected specialty practice serving the Cottonwood and Sedona communities, apply today.