Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Premium Pay & 5-Star Team Culture! Practice: Great Smiles Dental Care Location: Surprise, AZ (14800 W Mountain View Blvd, Suite 200) Position Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Compensation: $48.00 – $52.00 / hour DOE + Monthly Hygiene Bonus Potential + Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential About Great Smiles Dental Care At Great Smiles Dental Care , we are led by Dr. Eric Wendelschafer , a clinician dedicated to providing meticulous "gentle dentistry" in a state-of-the-art environment. Built on a strong work ethic, deep community roots, and family values, our 5-star rated practice in Surprise, AZ focuses on quality patient care, thorough patient education, and treating every individual like family. Operating out of a modern 5-operatory facility, our team consists of 2 dedicated doctors, 4 dental assistants, 2 experienced RDHs, and 3 front office staff members who collaborate in a low-stress, "no-drama" environment. Position Overview We are seeking a passionate, patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our close-knit clinical team on a full-time basis as an extension of our growing practice. In this role, you will act as a key preventive partner, delivering exceptional dental hygiene, advanced periodontal care, and patient education. If you thrive in a supportive, high-end private practice environment where your expertise is respected and patient relationships come first, Great Smiles Dental Care is the ideal place to elevate your clinical career. Key Responsibilities Preventative & Periodontal Leadership: Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene care, scaling and root planing, and advanced periodontal therapy using laser protocols according to practice standard-of-care guidelines. Patient Comfort & Pain Management: Administer local anesthesia and comfort amenities to deliver an anxiety-free, gentle clinical experience. Patient Education & Advocacy: Educate patients on oral health, disease prevention, and treatment recommendations to help them understand the "why" behind their care. Clinical Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside Dr. Wendelschafer, associate doctors, dental assistants, and administrative staff to ensure smooth operatory turnarounds and schedule efficiency. Qualifications Requirements: Active Arizona Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License . Active Arizona Local Anesthesia Certification . Active Laser Certification . Active CPR / BLS Certification . 1+ years of active chairside RDH experience in a private or general dentistry practice. Proficiency with digital x-rays, intraoral imaging, and dental practice management software. Genuine commitment to high clinical standards, patient warmth, and collaborative teamwork. Preferences: Experience with dental practice management software systems (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental). Compensation & Benefits Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Enjoy an early departure every Friday afternoon!) Pay Rate: $48.00 – $52.00 / hour DOE + Monthly Hygiene Bonus Potential + Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential Comprehensive Benefits: Access to full Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and 401(k) Retirement plans. Work Environment: State-of-the-art 5-operatory facility fully equipped with modern digital technology, robust administrative support, and an encouraging team dynamic. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Dental Companies