Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands•Orland Park, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Dental Hygienist at Orland Square Dental, you’ll play an important role in helping patients achieve healthier smiles and better overall health. You’ll have the opportunity to practice at the top of your scope, build meaningful relationships with patients and work alongside a collaborative dental team. Whether you’re an experienced hygienist or a new graduate beginning your career, you’ll have access to clinical support, continuing education and opportunities to keep growing your skills. Why You’ll Love This Role Practice at the top of your scope — Use your clinical skills, education and expertise to make a meaningful difference in patient care. Build patient relationships — Educate and empower patients to take an active role in their oral and overall health. Work as a team — Collaborate with dentists and fellow hygienists to provide personalized, comprehensive care. Keep growing — Access company-paid CE, training and professional development opportunities. Make an impact — Help patients feel comfortable, informed and confident about their care. Join a team that cares — Work in a supportive, welcoming environment where kindness, empathy and respect matter.

Requirements

Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
New graduates are welcome!
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.

Responsibilities

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.