Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

401(k) plan

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. is seeking a Dental Hygienist for their Midwest Dental practice in Decatur, Illinois. The role offers the chance to work closely with experienced clinicians, delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include educating patients on oral health, delivering preventive treatments, and collaborating with dentists. Compensation ranges from $38 to $43 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental hygienist passionate about patient care and education.
• Ability to practice at the top of scope to improve oral health outcomes.
• New graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care through preventive treatments and diagnostics.
• Educate patients on oral and overall health.
• Collaborate with dentists to personalize treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Education

Communication

Education

Active state hygiene license or eligibility

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Are you a Dental Hygienist who values relationships, education, and practicing at the top of your license? Join our established Midwest Dental practice in Decatur, where you’ll work alongside Dr. Mary Cole, a supportive clinical partner who values collaboration, high‑quality care, and a positive team culture.

At Midwest Dental, supported by Smile Brands, you’ll experience the warmth and autonomy of private practice with the stability, technology, and benefits of a nationally recognized organization. This is a place where your clinical skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your impact truly matters.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Practice with Purpose: Work closely with Dr. Mary Cole in a patient‑focused environment that prioritizes comprehensive care, prevention, and education.
• Autonomy with Support: Enjoy the independence to provide exceptional hygiene care while backed by a strong operations and clinical support team.
• Top‑of‑Scope Practice: Educate patients on periodontal health, adjunctive therapies, and individualized treatment plans. Make a real impact on long‑term oral and overall health.
• Growth Made Easy: Access company‑paid CE, mentorship, and development opportunities to continue expanding your clinical confidence and skillset.
• A Culture That Cares: Join a team that leads with kindness, teamwork, and mutual respect. We believe great patient care starts with taking care of each other.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday 7:45 am – 5:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence‑based protocols.
• Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co‑diagnose and personalize treatment.
• Create a welcoming, judgement‑free environment for every patient.
• Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care.

Qualifications

• A licensed dental hygienist passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes.
• Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new graduates welcome).
• A current CPR certification.

Compensation

$38 – $43 per hour

Benefits

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (PTO), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401(k) plan. As a dental hygienist, you’ll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].