Dental Hygienist

Elite Dental Partners; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401k

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners is seeking a dedicated full-time Dental Hygienist in Des Plaines, IL to provide high-quality periodontal care and patient education.

You will document periodontal findings, collaborate with dentists on treatment plans, and contribute to a smooth, patient-centered practice workflow.

Qualifications

• Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Dental Board with no adverse actions.
• Excellent communication skills with both the team and patients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodontal procedures in a manner that is best for the patient in accordance with all state dental board requirements.
• Educate patients on strategies to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal disease as well as maintaining their oral health. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and overall systemic health.
• Chart conditions of periodontal disease for collaboration with the Dentist to develop the appropriate treatment plan.
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Dental hygiene licensure (State Dental Board)

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Address: 1645 S. River Road, Suite 21, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Practice dentistry the way it was meant to be practiced — patient-centric focused, clinical and operational support, and purpose.

At Elite Dental Partners , we are a dentist-led organization built around a clinician-first culture . Our teams enjoy clinical independence while receiving the operational and administrative support they need to focus on what matters most; providing exceptional patient care .

Why Join Elite Dental Partners?

Compensation & Incentives :

• Compensation: $45 - $53 with uncapped bonus earning potential
• Incentives on hygiene products

Responsibilities:

• Perform periodontal procedures in a manner that is best for the patient in accordance with all state dental board requirements
• Educate patients on strategies to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal disease as well as maintaining their oral health. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and overall systemic health
• Chart conditions of periodontal disease for collaboration with the Dentist to develop the appropriate treatment plan
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment

Qualifications

• Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Dental Board with no adverse actions
• Excellent communication skills with both the team and patients
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Hygienists include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k

Build Your Future with Elite Dental Partners

At Elite Dental Partners, we give the teams the freedom to practice, the support to succeed, and the opportunity to grow . I f y ou're ready for a dental career that offers more, we'd love to connect.

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion.

Hourly rate

$45 - $53 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.