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Dental Hygienist
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AZPerio
Scottsdale, AZ (In Person)
$109,200 Salary, Full-Time
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About the Role AZPerio and our General Dentist partner are looking for an energetic, personable hygienist who is passionate about dental hygiene and delivering excellent patient care. If you are looking to make an impact, AZPerio is the place to be! AZPerio is a comprehensive periodontal group of board certified periodontists practicing at facilities throughout Arizona. We believe in proactive recruiting and building lasting relationships with top talent. When you connect with us, you're not just applying to one practice - you're gaining access to our network of quality dental offices that share our commitment to excellent patient care and professional development. We're able to match your skills, experience, and career goals with the right opportunity! Why AZPerio Premier specialty private practice with offices in Central Phoenix, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Ahwatukee, and Gilbert. 70-minute hygiene appointments with Hygiene Assistants — designed for quality care, not volume. State-of-the-art technology and a collaborative, team-based care model. Paid CE courses and ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities. Recipient of the "Best Places to Work in Arizona" award and recognized by AZCentral as a Top Company to Work for in Arizona. Team building events, in-office holiday celebrations, and family-inclusive activities. Birthday as a paid day off, gym and childcare discounts, Verizon cell phone discounts, and access to discounted tickets to Disneyland, Disney World, Six Flags, and more! What You'll Do Deliver direct patient care using established dental hygiene procedures, including perio charting, medical history review, and dental charting. Develop and implement individualized care plans, providing patient education and discharge planning. Assess oral conditions and pathology, including examination of soft tissue, gums, and lymph nodes for signs of disease or oral cancer. Administer local anesthetic agents; take and record vital signs prior to anesthesia administration. Process digital images and chart conditions of decay and disease for physician diagnosis and treatment. Respond to emergencies and perform patient triage as needed. Set up and break down hygiene operatory rooms and prepare materials for prescribed treatments. Follow OSHA protocols for sterilization and instrument maintenance; report equipment malfunctions to a supervisor. Prepare and update patient letters and follow-up reports as required. Any other relevant duties as assigned. Requirements Current Arizona RDH license; 2+ years of experience preferred - but we are always open to meeting with new graduates! Local anesthesia license (required) Passion for treating periodontal disease (required) Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with PerioVision and Dexis digital imaging software is a plus Strong clinical assessment skills and manual dexterity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-first approach We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Employment decisions are based on merit, skills, and business needs.