Dental Hygienist - 2161
About The Position
Essentials Dental is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide preventive hygiene care and personalized patient education in a family-owned private practice. The hygienist will build trusting relationships with patients, partner with doctors and team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and uphold clinical and safety standards. The practice emphasizes patient-centered care, clinical autonomy, teamwork, professional growth, and a welcoming patient experience. The posted schedule is Mondays and Thursdays from 6:45 AM to 7:30 PM, with a one-hour break between shifts, and Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:45 AM to 1:00 PM. Benefits include insurance options, paid time off and holidays, retirement plan, continuing education, tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, and team activities.
Requirements
- Active Illinois Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing, with no adverse actions.
- Passion for patient care, prevention, and oral health education.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Collaborative, dependable team player with a positive attitude.
- Comfort using or learning dental practice software and Microsoft Office products.
Responsibilities
- Deliver preventive hygiene care and personalized patient education.
- Build trusting relationships so patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their care.
- Partner with doctors and team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans and achieve excellent outcomes.
- Create a positive, welcoming experience for every patient.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold clinical and safety standards.
- Empower patients to take an active role in their oral health.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with incentive opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, accident, AD&D, and life insurance options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Dental care for employees and immediate family members
- Friends & Family Discount
- Fitness reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Uniforms provided
- Professionally sharpened instruments
- One-hour recall appointments
- Modern technology and equipment
- Tuition reimbursement
- Team outings, quarterly celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
