Certified Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (Part-Time)

Galindo Prosthodontics | Peoria, Arizona

Job Type: Part-Time
Pay: $55.00–$60.00 per hour, depending on experience
Work Location: On-site | Peoria, AZ

Galindo Prosthodontics is a well-established specialty dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through advanced restorative, implant, and prosthodontic dentistry.

Led by Dr. Daniel F. Galindo, our practice is committed to clinical excellence, personalized treatment, and building lasting relationships with our patients. We take pride in maintaining a professional, welcoming environment where quality of care, attention to detail, and teamwork are our priorities.

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and detail-oriented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team at our Peoria location on a part-time basis.

The ideal candidate is passionate about preventive and periodontal care, enjoys developing meaningful relationships with patients, and values working in a specialty practice where individualized care is emphasized.

• Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments, including periodontal evaluations, charting, and identification of oral health concerns.

• Provide thorough preventive and periodontal maintenance services, including scaling, polishing, and other hygiene procedures within the scope of practice.

• Deliver personalized care to patients with complex restorative work, dental implants, crowns, bridges, and implant-supported prostheses.

• Obtain and review dental radiographs as needed, following established clinical and safety protocols.

• Administer fluoride treatments and other preventive therapies when indicated.

• Recognize changes in periodontal and peri-implant health and communicate findings to the doctor.

• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical documentation, including periodontal charting, treatment performed, and recommendations.

• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and individualized home-care recommendations.

• Provide guidance on maintaining dental implants, restorations, and prosthetic appliances.

• Explain clinical findings and recommended hygiene treatment in a clear, professional, and compassionate manner.

• Establish trusting, long-term relationships with patients through attentive and personalized care.

• Ensure patient comfort throughout appointments while maintaining a positive and reassuring environment.

• Collaborate closely with Dr. Galindo and the clinical team to provide coordinated, comprehensive patient care.

• Assist in identifying patients who may require additional periodontal or restorative evaluation.

• Maintain strict infection control, sterilization, and operatory disinfection standards.

• Ensure treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment are properly prepared and maintained.

• Support efficient appointment flow while allowing appropriate time for quality patient care.

• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

Required:

• Current Registered Dental Hygienist license in the State of Arizona.

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.

• Strong clinical knowledge of periodontal health, preventive dentistry, and periodontal maintenance.

• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate clinical documentation.

• Professional, dependable, and patient-focused approach.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the clinical team.

• Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and infection control.

Preferred:

• Previous clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist.

• Experience caring for patients with dental implants, extensive restorative dentistry, or implant-supported prostheses.

• Familiarity with Open Dental practice management software.

• Experience with digital radiography and electronic periodontal charting.

• A strong interest in continuing education and professional development.

• Position: Part-time.

• Schedule: Monday through Thursday, with specific working days and hours to be discussed during the interview process.

• Location: On-site at our Peoria office.

• Office Address: 8877 W Union Hills Dr., Suite 100, Peoria, AZ 85382.

We are looking for a hygienist who takes pride in providing exceptional care and understands the importance of building lasting relationships with patients.

Our ideal candidate is thorough, organized, compassionate, and committed to clinical excellence. We value someone who enjoys working with patients who have complex dental needs and appreciates the importance of maintaining their long-term oral health.

At Galindo Prosthodontics, we believe that exceptional dentistry is built on trust, teamwork, and attention to detail.

• Competitive pay: $55.00–$60.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Professional development: Opportunities for continued education, learning, and professional growth.

• Specialized clinical experience: The opportunity to work with advanced restorative dentistry, dental implants, and implant-supported prostheses.

• Supportive team environment: A professional, collaborative, and patient-centered workplace dedicated to exceptional care.

If you are an experienced Registered Dental Hygienist seeking a rewarding part-time opportunity in a specialty dental practice, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume through Indeed, including your current phone number and mailing address, so we can contact you regarding your application.

Galindo Prosthodontics
Peoria, Arizona