Dental Hygienist

Legacy Vanguard Scott Group; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental care provider in South Bend, IN seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist. You will perform regular cleanings, take dental X-rays, and educate patients on oral health. The ideal candidate must be licensed in Illinois and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role requires attention to detail for delivering high-quality patient care, working collaboratively with the dental team for positive patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Proficient in conducting oral cleanings and applying fluoride.
• Knowledgeable in dental hygiene procedures and infection control.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleanings and preventive dental care.
• Educate patients about maintaining oral health.
• Assist in assessing oral health conditions.

Skills

Conducting oral cleanings

Applying fluoride

Taking X-rays

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Educating patients

Interacting professionally

Attention to detail

Education

License or certification in dental hygiene

Tools

Dental charting software

Modern dental tools

Job description

South Bend, United States | Posted on 03/18/2026

This is a full-time on-site position as a Dental Hygienistlocated in South Bend, IN. The Dental Hygienist will perform regular cleaningsand preventive dental care, educate patients about maintaining oral health,take, and process dental X-rays, and assist in assessing oral healthconditions. Additional responsibilities may include documenting patient careand collaborating with the dental team to ensure positive patient experience.

Requirements

• Proficiencyin conducting oral cleanings, applying fluoride, and taking X-rays
  
• Knowledgeof dental hygiene procedures and infection control protocols
  
• Strongcommunication and organizational skills
  
• Abilityto educate and interact professionally with patients of all ages
  
• Licensedor certified to practice dental hygiene in the state of Illinois
  
• Familiaritywith dental charting software and modern dental tools
  
• Greatattention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality patientcare