Dental Hygienist

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in Springfield, IL is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide preventive and periodontal care, perform cleanings, radiographs, and oral health assessments while educating patients on home care. You will collaborate with dentists and staff to maintain infection control standards and foster a friendly, patient-centered environment that supports long-term oral health and confidence.

This full-time role emphasizes teamwork and community-focused care in a clinical setting,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and infection control standards.
• Strong communication with patients and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and periodontal care, perform cleanings, radiographs, and oral health assessments.
• Collaborate with dentists and team to maintain a friendly, supportive environment and build trust-based patient relationships.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Patient communication

Infection control

Teamwork

Job description

Role

Dental Hygienist

Responsibilities

Provide preventive and periodontal care, perform cleanings, periodontal therapy, radiographs, and oral health assessments. Educate patients on proper home care and treatment options.

Key Duties

Collaborate with dentists and team members to create a friendly, supportive environment, maintain strict infection control standards, and build long-term, trust-based relationships that enhance patients' oral health and confidence.

Qualifications & Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures, strong patient communication, attention to infection control, and teamwork skills to support community-focused, patient-centered care.