Dental Hygienist

Job Posting: Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Woodruff Dental, a leading family dental practice located in the heart of Scottsdale, AZ, is excited to announce a part-time job opening for a Registered Dental Hygienist. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of professionals in a state-of-the-art facility, providing top-notch dental care to our community. The role is designed to make a significant impact on the oral health and overall wellness of our patients. Please note, this is not a remote position, necessitating the successful candidate's presence in our Scottsdale office.

As a Dental Hygienist at Woodruff Dental, you will be integral in delivering quality dental services with a focus on preventive care and patient education. You will have the chance to work closely with Dr. Woodruff and Dr. Callaway, who are committed to fostering a workplace that values leadership, integrity, positivity, and teamwork. If you are passionate about making patients feel at ease and well cared for, and thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Educating patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive dental care.
• Assessing the oral health of patients and identifying areas of concern.
• Performing dental cleaning and scaling to remove plaque and tartar from teeth.
• Applying preventive materials to teeth such as sealants and fluorides.
• Taking dental radiographs (x-rays) and intraoral images as required.
• Documenting dental history and treatment plans for each patient.
• Ensuring strict compliance with all relevant hygiene and safety protocols.
• Assisting with the management of dental and medical emergencies.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and building strong patient relationships.
• Collaborating with the dental team to improve patient care and office efficiency.

Requirements

• Active Registered Dental Hygiene License.
• Minimum of 2 years of dental hygiene experience.
• CPR Certification (Note: Woodruff Dental hosts team CPR re-certification every 2 years).
• Proficiency in using dental technology and software such as Dentrix, Dexis, iTero, BlueNote, Nomad, and Voice Perio.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A passion for learning and staying updated with the latest dental practices and technologies.

Benefits

At Woodruff Dental, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and commitment to providing excellent dental care. Benefits for the Part-Time Dental Hygienist position include:

• Medical Reimbursement Program.
• Comprehensive Dental Benefits.
• Attractive Bonus Structure.
• Opportunity to participate in a 401k plan.