Dental Hygiene Assistant - Patient‑Centric Care & Growth

Elite Dental Partners; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance (Short/Long-Term)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a friendly Hygiene Assistant to support the dental hygiene team and help patients feel informed and cared for. You will assist Hygienists, take radiographs, and help manage patient flow.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and performance bonuses, with an hourly rate of $18 to $22.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Radiology and coronal polishing certification required.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Dentrix experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork within the dental team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Hygienist with procedures and chairside charting.
• Take high-quality dental radiographs and document appropriately.
• Perform Dental Hygiene Scans, periodontal charting, and preliminary assessments.
• Assist during cleanings, scaling and root planing, sealants, fluoride treatments, and exams.
• Set up and break down operatories following OSHA and infection control protocols.
• Support hygiene team with schedule management, recall outreach, and patient flow.
• Deliver outstanding service to keep patients informed, comfortable, and cared for.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Dental terminology knowledge

Dentrix experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Radiology and coronal polishing certification

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elite Dental Partners in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a friendly Hygiene Assistant to support the dental hygiene team and help patients feel informed and cared for. You will assist Hygienists, take radiographs, and help manage patient flow.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and performance bonuses, with an hourly rate of $18 to $22.