Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands•Kewanee, IL

41d•Onsite

About The Position

At Midwest Dental Kewanee, supported by Smile Brands, you'll find the best of both worlds: the close-knit feel of a community dental practice combined with the resources, technology, and support of a nationwide organization committed to clinical excellence. We're looking for a passionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist who wants more than just a schedule of appointments—you want to build relationships, practice at the top of your license, educate patients, and make a lasting impact on oral health in the Kewanee community. Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate eager to grow your career, you'll join a team that values collaboration, clinical autonomy, and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

Current Illinois Dental Hygienist license or eligibility to obtain licensure
Current CPR certification
Strong communication and patient education skills
Passion for preventive care and improving patient health
Commitment to teamwork and delivering exceptional experiences
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.
A collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are encouraged to apply
New graduates are welcome!

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive preventive and therapeutic hygiene care
Perform patient assessments, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings
Educate patients on oral health, home care, and disease prevention
Partner with doctors to identify and present treatment opportunities that improve long-term patient outcomes
Build trust and lasting relationships with patients and their families
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with state and regulatory guidelines
Contribute to a positive, team-oriented office culture focused on outstanding patient care
Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.
Educate patients on 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.