Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental; Fox Lake (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid holidays and PTO

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

A leading dental support organization in Fox Lake is seeking a passionate Dental Hygienist to join their team. This role offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have a current dental hygienist license in Illinois, possess strong knowledge of dental procedures, and have excellent patient care skills. New graduates are encouraged to apply to be part of a company committed to delivering high-quality dental care.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in IL required.
• Excellent working knowledge of hygiene procedures.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused dental care.
• Document medical history and procedures.
• Mentor and train new team members.

Skills

Knowledge of dentistry

Excellent patient screening

Documentation skills

Continuous learning

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital x-rays

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Join Dental Hygienist role at Heartland Dental

Overview

Are you a passionate dental hygienist looking for a supportive and close-knit work environment? Fox Lake Dental Care in Fox Lake, Illinois is seeking a friendly, skilled, and patient‑focused hygienist to join our team!

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Warm, Family‑Like Atmosphere – We pride ourselves on our welcoming culture and strong team spirit.
• Led by a Seasoned and Supportive Doctor – Our experienced doctor fosters growth, collaboration, and excellence in patient care.
• Modern Tools & Techniques – We stay current with technology to ensure the best care and comfort for our patients.
• Flexible Scheduling & Competitive Pay – We value work‑life balance and offer a package that reflects your skills and dedication.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO.
• Continuing education to enhance your clinical skills and provide education and care to patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs for exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience, offering a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in IL and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required).
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, patient screening and medical history documentation.
• CPR Certification.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x‑rays and electronic medical record systems.
• Desire to continue learning and growing clinical skills for preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health.
• Experience meeting clinical needs as required by the office.
• New graduates welcome to apply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year.
• TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN).

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

We’re committed to living our core values that promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.