Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their collaborative team in Springfield. This role offers the chance to provide exceptional patient care while benefiting from a supportive environment that prioritizes work-life balance and continuous education. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, along with mentorship opportunities to enhance your clinical skills. Join a practice that values compassion and excellence, where your contributions directly impact patient experiences and community health.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Opportunities

1:1 Hygiene Mentorship

High-Quality Supplies and Labs

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Illinois required.
• 1+ years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care with full clinical autonomy.
• Participate in a hygiene mentor program for professional growth.

Skills

Dental Hygiene Procedures

Patient Screening

Medical History Documentation

CPR Certification

Clinical Experience

Education

Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital Scanner

Digital X-rays

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

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Springfield Dental Group is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team!

As an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, you’ll receive best-in-class non-clinical support to provide exceptional lifetime patient care while obtaining unparalleled education to enhance your clinical skills. You’ll work in an environment that encourages full clinical autonomy, giving your patients the time and attention they need, with the ability to tap into a hygiene mentor program. You’ll work a schedule that inspires work-life balance and receive competitive benefits. Provide outstanding patient care, invest in your community, and do it all with the support of Heartland Dental.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education opportunities to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills
• Access to a network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship and networking opportunities
• Unparalleled business support and high-quality supplies and labs
• Opportunity to be part of a stable company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience and unlimited growth potential

About Springfield Dental Group

Springfield Dental Group is a well-established, 4-doctor practice rooted in collaboration, compassion, and excellence. We maintain a strong family atmosphere and support one another to deliver high-quality care. Our team works together to achieve shared goals, provide comprehensive dental care, and create positive patient experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of clinical experience preferred
• Experience with Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical records
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills
• Clinical needs as required by the office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability for periodic virtual or in-person training sessions
• TB test required prior to employment, arranged during pre-employment (not applicable in FL & TN)

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support to over 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C. in more than 1,800 offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are committed to delivering high-quality dental care and experiences to their communities.

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.