Dental Hygienist

Cornerstone Dental Health; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) options

Free CE courses

Job summary

Cornerstone Dental Health in Quincy, IL, is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist for a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule. Starting pay is $38 per hour, with monthly bonus opportunities based on performance and clinic metrics.

The role includes delivering high-quality patient care, educating patients, and supporting the dental team in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. We offer a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO/holidays, 401(k), and free CE

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Licensure: Current Registered Dental Hygienist license in Illinois.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding patient care with a warm chairside manner.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and treatment options.
• Review and update patient health histories and medications.
• Perform periodontal charting and hygiene procedures including X-rays.
• Prepare operatories and maintain sterilization protocols.
• Collaborate with the dental team and assist with front office tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patient engagement

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Dental Hygiene degree

Illinois RDH license

CPR certification

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Overview

About Us

At Cornerstone Dental Health, we're passionate about providing exceptional patient care in a friendly, welcoming environment. Our team is dedicated to creating healthy smiles while fostering meaningful relationships with our patients. We pride ourselves on teamwork, professionalism, and ensuring every patient has a positive experience.

Visit us at cornerstonedentalhealth.com to learn more about our practice and culture, and check out our Facebook and Google reviews.

Why Join Cornerstone Dental Health?

You'll be part of a supportive, patient-centered team that values collaboration, growth, and a positive work environment. We believe in rewarding our team's hard work with competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance, all while serving our wonderful Quincy community.

Position Details

Position: Registered Dental HygienistSchedule: Full-tme, Monday through Friday

Pay Range: Starting at $38 per hour, based on experience, plus monthly bonus opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) options
• free CE courses provided by our affiliated vendors
• and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding patient care with a warm, compassionate chairside manner

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, dental health, and treatment options to support long-term care

• Review and update patient health histories, medications, and conditions; accurately document all findings in patient records

• Perform comprehensive hygiene procedures, including diagnostic X-rays, prophylaxis (adult and child), non-surgical periodontal therapy, adjunctive treatments, and co-diagnosis with the doctor

• Complete periodontal charting per clinical guidelines

• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations

• Administer local anesthetic as needed

• Perform polishing, fluoride treatments, and oral cancer screenings

• Utilize intraoral cameras to enhance patient education and treatment planning

• Clean, sterilize, and prepare operatories and equipment following proper protocols

• Collaborate effectively with the entire dental team and assist with front office responsibilities when needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program

• Licensure: Current Registered Dental Hygienist license in the State of Illinois

• Certifications: Current CPR certification required

• Excellent communication and patient engagement skills

• Positive attitude and professional demeanor

• Strong teamwork and organizational abilities

• Detail-oriented with good manual dexterity

• Proficient with dental software and technology

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment