Registered Dental Hygienist-Part Time

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 and family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry. 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. 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: https://mytempesmiles.com/

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 will have: 

• Schedule: Mon/Tue 8-5, Friday 8-2

• Paid Time Off

• Clinical Autonomy 

• Collaborative environment  

• Modern Office Setting  

• Work Life Balance 

• 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 

• 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 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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, leaning, and bending. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.