Registered Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Join Our Family Dental Practice in East Lakeview!
We’re a friendly, family-oriented dental practice in East Lakeview looking for a dynamic and personable Registered Dental Hygienist to complete our clinical team. We seek a multi-talented professional who excels in communication and is ready to support our diverse range of dental services, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing
- Conduct patient education and demonstrate proper oral hygiene practices
- Use Itero scanning technology and perform periodontal charting
- Communicate treatment plans and manage patient scheduling needs
- Seat patients, take X-rays and intraoral photos, and perform coronal polishing
- Maintain clinical and storage areas with cleanliness and organization
- Contribute to a positive, enjoyable work environment
Requirements:
- Valid Registered Dental Hygienist license
- Experience with general dental procedures and practices
- Proficiency in dental systems such as Dentrix
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with patients and team members
- Experience with four-handed dentistry techniques and understanding of dental terminology and coding
- Ability to work gently with pediatric patients
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
Job Details:
- Type: Part-time
- Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
- Expected Hours: 20 – 33 hours per week
- Schedule: Typically Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, plus one Saturday a month
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedule
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
- Retirement plan
Location: Chicago, IL 60657 (Relocation required before starting work)