Dental Hygienist 39382

Midwest Dental•Elgin, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Dental Hygienist at Midwest Dental of Elgin, you will provide preventive dental hygiene care and help patients improve their oral and overall health. The role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your scope, build meaningful relationships with patients, and collaborate with a supportive dental team. Experienced hygienists and recent graduates are welcome, with clinical support, continuing education, training, and professional growth opportunities available. The Elgin office is described as relaxed, friendly, and fun. The team, led by Dr. Valerie Sefton, emphasizes teamwork and a positive experience for patients and team members. The office is near local restaurants and has a full-size refrigerator for team members who bring lunch. The position includes a Spa Package Bonus of $150 per month for 12 months toward med-spa or spa services, instead of a traditional sign-on bonus. Benefits depend on employment status and hours worked. Smile Brands supports more than 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states and describes its mission as delivering smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Smile Brands and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and are committed to an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for patient care, education, and prevention.
Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
Collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics, and preventive treatments within the scope of practice.
Educate patients about oral hygiene, prevention, and the connection between oral and overall health.
Build trusting relationships with patients and create a welcoming, judgment-free experience.
Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to identify patient needs and personalize treatment.
Stay current with dental technologies, instruments, and best practices that enhance patient care.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable safety and compliance standards.

Benefits

Spa Package Bonus of $150 per month for 12 months toward med-spa or spa services.
Paid time off (PTO), depending on employment status and hours worked.
Health insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Dental insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Vision insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Health savings account, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Telemedicine, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Flexible spending accounts, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Life insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Disability insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Employee discount programs, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Pet insurance, depending on employment status and hours worked.
401(k) plan, depending on employment status and hours worked.
Complimentary continuing education and access to internal training opportunities.