Dental Hygienist
About The Position
Wilmette Family Dental is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join its team as a valued provider and partner in delivering exceptional care. The practice describes its environment as welcoming, patient-centered, supportive, and focused on positive patient experiences. Hygienists are trusted to practice at the top of their license and play a key role in patient care and treatment outcomes. Compensation is $55–$60 per hour based on experience, with an uncapped bonus program. The schedule offers flexibility to work any four days of the candidate’s choice. Listed hours are Monday 8 AM–4:30 PM, Tuesday 8 AM–4:30 PM, Wednesday 7 AM–2 PM, Thursday 8 AM–7 PM, and Friday 8 AM–3 PM. Saturday hours are 8 AM–2 PM on the first and third Saturdays of each month, if available; Sunday is closed. A 60-minute lunch break is provided. The practice offers continuing education, mentorship, peer collaboration, professional development support, and modern technology. Benefits are available to full-time and part-time team members and include a 401(k) with company match, medical benefits, pet insurance, mental wellness resources, paid time off and holidays, and employee discount programs. The employer states its commitment to inclusion and equal employment opportunities.
Requirements
- Ability to empathize and provide positive, high-quality patient care while connecting with a diverse patient base.
- Degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program.
- Valid state license.
- CPR certification.
- Certification in local anesthesia administration.
Responsibilities
- Discuss patients’ oral health hygiene in relation to the mouth-body connection.
- Review and update dental X-rays and chart notes, and maintain dental equipment and the X-ray machine.
- Record detailed narratives and probing depths for claims.
- Ensure OSHA and HIPAA compliance.
- Sterilize and maintain dental supplies.
- Perform scaling and root planing and/or prophylaxis.
- Place fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Serve as a point of escalation for patient and team relations.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and the team.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical benefits
- Pet insurance
- Mental wellness resources
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee discount programs
- Continuing education opportunities
- Mentorship and peer collaboration
- Ongoing professional development support
- Lucrative uncapped bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
