Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

DENTAL HYGIENIST FULL TIME

Tempe, AZ - PERMANENT JOB

We have an immediate opening for an experienced Dental Hygienist!!

NEW GRADUATES WELCOME!

A Day in the Life of a Dental Hygienist at Acacia

On any given day at Acacia, you can expect to:

• Use all dental equipment with care and ownership while ensuring patient safety.

• Perform dental cleanings, remove plaque, stains, and deposits beneath the gum line, and promote preventative care.

• Take quality x-rays and assist the dentist in examinations and treatment planning.

• Complete opening and closing duties alongside the team.

• Record patient medical histories, document oral health conditions, and collaborate with the dentist on treatment plans.

• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and help them establish effective home-care regimens.

• Sharpen, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments with precision.

• Provide compassionate care that makes patients feel valued, understood, and supported.

• 60-90 minutes per patient

This Role is For You If...

• You love working in a patient-centered and team-oriented environment.

• You thrive when using your clinical expertise to improve patient health.

• You enjoy clear, empathetic communication with both patients and colleagues.

• You love working with patients of all ages and backgrounds.

• You can’t live without a strong commitment to prevention, education, and care.

• You absolutely love being part of a practice culture built on compassion and excellence.

• You want to continually learn, train, and grow your hygiene and patient-care skills.

• You understand the importance of treating others the way you’d want to be treated.

• Your attention to detail is exceptional, and you value order and organization.

• You are a self-starter who takes initiative every day.

• You are driven by results, solutions, and making a meaningful impact.

This Role is Not For You If...

• You prefer working solo rather than on a collaborative team.

• You are uncomfortable working closely with patients in a wide variety of situations.

• Change and growth make you uncomfortable, and you tend to resist them.

• You view this position as “just a job” instead of a long-term career.

• You have difficulty aligning with practice values such as integrity, compassion, and teamwork.

• You lack the patience and communication skills needed to educate and reassure patients.

Dental Hygienist Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.

• Current state-issued Dental Hygiene license.

• Current CPR certification.

• Current Hepatitis B immunization.

• Ability to administer local anesthetics and operate dental x-ray equipment.

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).

• Strong knowledge of oral hygiene and preventative dental health.

Benefits:

* Medical, Dental, Vision

* Paid Time Off

* Bonus

* IRA Option

* Competitive Pay