Dental Hygienist

Join a Modern, Patient-Centered Practice in Phoenix!Position: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Full-TimePractice: Carefree DentistryLocation: Phoenix, AZSchedule: Monday - Thursday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (No Evenings or Weekends!)Compensation: $52.00 - $55.00 / hour + Monthly Team Performance Bonus + Monthly Hygiene BonusEmployment Type: Full-Time (Hourly)Why You'll Love Working With UsAt Carefree Dentistry, we believe high-quality dental care starts with a happy, supported team. Located in Phoenix, our modern 4-operatory practice is thoughtfully designed for optimal workflow, patient comfort, and a collaborative team dynamic. We take pride in delivering exceptional clinical care in a positive, stress-free environment.Here is what makes our practice a fantastic place to grow your career:Four-Day Work Week: Enjoy a consistent Monday through Thursday schedule (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) with Fridays, evenings, and weekends always off-giving you a predictable, balanced lifestyle.Exceptional Earning Potential: Highly competitive base pay ($52-$55/hr) paired with two separate monthly bonus opportunities (Team Performance Bonus + Individual Hygiene Bonus).Dedicated Hygiene Days: Tuesdays are dedicated exclusively to hygiene care, allowing for a focused, streamlined clinical flow.A Supportive, Tight-Knit Team: Work alongside an experienced team consisting of 2 Dental Assistants, a dedicated Front Office Receptionist, and an approachable Office Manager who actively support operatory setup, scheduling, and patient flow.Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access to American Dental Partners / ADC standard benefits, including health coverage options, paid time off, and more.What You'll Be DoingAs our Lead Dental Hygienist, you play a pivotal role in delivering personalized, top-tier preventive and periodontal care:Clinical Excellence: Perform thorough prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing (SRP), and digital radiographs.Patient Assessment & Care: Update health histories, record vitals, obtain necessary consents, and educate patients on their oral health needs.Seamless Collaboration: Partner closely with our doctors for timely hygiene exams and coordinate with our front desk team to ensure patients leave with their next hygiene or restorative appointment scheduled.Operatory Management: Maintain efficient setup, breakdown, and sterilization protocols, ensuring all clinical notes and ledger entries are completed accurately each day.Schedule & HoursMonday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMFriday - Sunday: ClosedNote: Tuesdays are dedicated hygiene-only clinical days.QualificationsLicense: Active Arizona Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license (Required).Certifications:Current CPR / BLS certification (Required).Laser Certification (Preferred)Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)Skills: Strong clinical technique, excellent time management, and a warm, empathetic chairside manner.Software: Experience with dental practice management software and insurance coding is preferred (on-the-job adaptation supported).Attributes: Reliable, detail-oriented, and a proactive team player who enjoys a positive office culture.Ready to Apply?If you are a dedicated Dental Hygienist looking for a well-organized office, appreciative leadership, and top-tier compensation, we want to hear from you! Apply today to schedule an initial interview with our team.