Registered Dental Hygienist

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Northern Arizona Periodontics | Cottonwood & Sedona, Arizona

Build a Career in Specialty Periodontal Care

At Northern Arizona Periodontics, we are committed to creating a healing environment where patients feel seen, safe, and supported while delivering evidence-based periodontal care with precision, integrity, and genuine human connection.

Our hygienists are more than providers — they are educators, leaders, patient advocates, and essential members of a highly collaborative specialty team.

We are seeking an exceptional Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about periodontal health, clinical excellence, patient education, and long-term professional growth within a specialty environment.

This role is ideal for someone who wants more than a traditional hygiene position. Our hygienists play a critical role in comprehensive periodontal care, implant maintenance, interdisciplinary communication, and helping patients achieve lasting health outcomes.

If you are clinically driven, adaptable, team-oriented, and excited by continued growth and learning, we would love to meet you.

Why Join Northern Arizona Periodontics?

Specialty-Focused Clinical Environment: Work alongside experienced periodontists in a collaborative setting focused on:
Periodontal therapy

Implant maintenance

Advanced diagnostics

Long-term patient outcomes

Comprehensive periodontal care

Professional Growth & Mentorship: We deeply invest in our hygiene team through:
Ongoing mentorship

Clinical calibration

Advanced periodontal education

Hygiene Study Clubs

Continuing education opportunities

Collaborative case discussions

Supportive, High-Performing Team Culture: We believe accountability and support should coexist. Our culture values:
Professionalism

Teamwork

Respect

Adaptability

Emotional maturity

Growth mindset

Calm, solution-oriented communication

Long-Term Stability: We are seeking hygienists who value consistency, long-term relationships, and becoming an integral part of a growing specialty practice.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive periodontal hygiene evaluations

Conduct periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, and patient assessments

Provide implant and periodontal maintenance care

Take and review high-quality digital radiographs

Educate patients regarding periodontal health and home care

Accurately document clinical findings and treatment recommendations

Collaborate closely with doctors and team members regarding patient care

Participate in clinical calibration and continuing education initiatives

Maintain OSHA, infection control, and sterilization standards

Support schedule flow and overall clinical operations

Our practice emphasizes consistency, strong systems, clear communication, and collaborative workflows designed to support both patients and team members.

Qualifications

Current Arizona Registered Dental Hygienist license

Previous experience working in a dental office environment strongly preferred

Experienced hygienists encouraged to apply

Newly licensed hygienists with prior dental office experience are welcome to apply

Local anesthesia certification

CPR certification

Strong communication and patient education skills

Excellent clinical judgment and attention to detail

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, structured specialty environment

Strong documentation and organizational skills

Willingness to learn, grow, and participate in ongoing clinical development

Candidates without prior dental experience may find this specialty environment challenging during onboarding

Preferred

Experience in periodontal or specialty practice

Experience with implant maintenance

Familiarity with digital imaging and periodontal software systems

What Makes Someone Successful Here? Our strongest team members are:

Clinically curious

Adaptable

Detail-oriented

Accountable

Team-focused

Calm under pressure

Receptive to coaching and growth

Passionate about excellent patient care

Schedule & Flexibility

Clinical hours generally run Monday–Thursday

Team members arrive by 7:30 AM for morning preparation and huddle

Some schedule flexibility and occasional extended days may occur based on patient care needs and operational demands

Team members may work between multiple office locations as needed

Benefits & Perks: Depending on eligibility and employment status, benefits may include:

Competitive compensation based on experience

Continuing education opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Specialty clinical development

Team events and study clubs

Long-term growth opportunities

About Northern Arizona Periodontics

Our Mission: We deliver compassionate, evidence-based periodontal care with precision and integrity—enhancing oral and whole-body health through personalized service, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient relationships.

Our Vision: To be the trusted periodontal team of choice in our community by creating a healing environment where patients feel seen, safe, and supported—every time, with every visit.

Northern Arizona Periodontics is a specialty periodontal and implant practice committed to clinical excellence, advanced patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term relationships with both patients and referring providers.

We are building a team of professionals who care deeply about growth, consistency, teamwork, and creating an exceptional patient experience.

Enjoy the beauty of Northern Arizona while building a meaningful long-term career within a respected specialty practice serving the Cottonwood and Sedona communities, apply today.