Our private family practice is looking for a motivated Dental Hygienist to join our caring, flexible office! The ideal candidate should have competent clinical hygiene skills and interact with patients and staff in a professional and kind manner. This position is for a full time position. Do you want to work with the latest technology and cutting-edge dentistry? Then read on!
Responsibilities:
- Welcome customers to the dental office.
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort.
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed.
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
- Perform the duties of a dental hygienist, prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, radiographs, x-rays, intraoral photos, and co-diagnosing.
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
- Maintain accurate patient records.
- Suggest improvements to the process.
Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor Degree in Dental Hygiene
- Registered Dental Hygienist License/Certification
- Proven experience as dental hygienist
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
Hours:
Our patient hours are Monday and Tuesday, 8:00am - 6:00pm, Wednesday 8:00am - 2:00pm, and Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Off Fridays and no weekends! We ask that assistants arrive 30 minutes prior to patient care hours, and you will leave 15-30 minutes after patient care hours.
Benefits:
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
- Paid time off, including paid holidays
- Medical and Dental
Pay:
- Starting salary negotiable based on experience.
- Offering a Bonus of $1,000 after the first 6 months on the job, and another $1,000 after completion of 12 months on the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Elmhurst, IL 60126: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person