$18 - $20 per hour
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Dental hygienists clean teeth, screen for oral disease, take radiographs, and teach patients preventive care, working alongside dentists in private practices and clinics.
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$32–$51/hr
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$87k
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$24 - $26 per hour
The Wisdom Teeth Guys is seeking a superstar lead oral surgery assistant to join our team. Fast paced and fun, team oriented environment! You need to be confident in assisting in extractions, supply ordering, working at…
Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name: Dept of Prof Practice-CorpWork Shift: DayJob Category:NursingThis role offers a unique opportunity to influence professional practice across an entire health system. Re…
both personally and professionallyMultiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disa…
Hospice Social Worker - About Ovation HospiceAt Ovation Hospice of Denver, we are dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive end-of-life care that honors the dignity, wishes, and needs of every patient and fami…
We are now hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home visits in Peoria, AZ. The ideal candidate has some prior experience within the outpatient setting and 1 year of experience. Flexible schedule and hours…
$45 - $60 per hour
Mirror Image Dental is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team! Mirror Image Dental is a private practice located on the NE corner of Cactus and Tatum. Check out our website and Instagram page for an inside look…
every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with…
every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with…
As a Dental Hygienist, are you in an environment where you can provide the best care possible and be rewarded for it OR, is something missing? Our Hygienists are valued as providers and play an intricate role in our succ…
$55 - $60 per hour
Dental Hygienist at Anderson Dental Job Details: We are seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team at Anderson Dental. Anderson Dental is located in North Phoenix, AZ. As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsi…
$26 - $35 per hour
We are looking for an exceptional, qualified dental assistant for our dental office. We are a small, private dental practice specializing... .... 2 or 3 day work weeks are available! We work with 1 hygienists, 2 dental a…
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What dental hygienists earn in Phoenix
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $32–$39 | $66k–$82k |
| Mid level | $38–$46 | $79k–$95k |
| Senior | $43–$51 | $90k–$107k |
Adjusted for the Phoenix market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Prophylaxis and scalingPeriodontal chartingDigital radiographyLocal anesthesia (where licensed)Patient educationInfection controlGentle chairside mannerDental software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft)
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a patient who is anxious or afraid of cleanings?
Describe pacing, explaining each step before you do it, and offering breaks. A short story about winning over a fearful patient works well.
Walk me through your periodontal assessment and how you present findings.
Show a full charting routine and how you explain pocket depths in plain terms, framing scaling and root planing as treatment, not upselling.
How do you stay on schedule with back-to-back patients?
Mention room setup habits, realistic appointment blocks by patient type, and communicating early with the front desk when a case runs long.
What is your approach to patients who have not flossed and know the lecture is coming?
Show that you skip the lecture: meet them without judgment, find one habit they will actually do, and track small wins visit to visit.
How do you work with a dentist whose treatment philosophy differs from yours?
Emphasize discussing cases privately, presenting evidence, and staying aligned in front of patients. Practices screen hard for team fit.
Are you licensed to administer local anesthesia, and what is your radiography experience?
Answer plainly with your state licensure details and the imaging systems you have used. These determine what the office can schedule for you.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For dental hygienists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State your RDH license and state, plus local anesthesia and nitrous oxide permits where your state issues them separately.
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Name practice types and pace, such as family practice seeing 8-10 hygiene patients daily, or periodontal specialty experience.
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List clinical systems: Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental, and digital imaging like intraoral cameras or CBCT exposure.
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Show prevention impact, for example perio program acceptance rates or fluoride and sealant program participation.
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Keep CE current and visible, especially laser certification or advanced periodontal instrumentation.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Dental Assistant
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Dental Hygienist
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Lead Hygienist
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Hygiene Program Coordinator
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