Dental Hygienist
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
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