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.