Dental Hygienist (Full-time)

PARTRIDGE DENTAL; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional IRA contribution package

2 weeks paid vacation year one, plus 1

Free dental care for you and immediate

Job summary

PARTRIDGE DENTAL in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Full-Time Dental Hygienist to join our small, family‑oriented practice that has served the community for over 35 years. The hygienist will deliver prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, fluoride applications, and periodontal charting with a focus on patient comfort and education.

Join a friendly team that values excellent dental care, efficient patient flow, and ongoing collaboration with the dentist.

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation.
• Proficient in Eaglesoft, digital x-rays, electronic medical records systems
• Comfort working in a busy environment

Responsibilities

• Efficient in one-hour appointments for prophylaxis and scaling/root planing
• Apply fluoride and sealants when needed
• Screening for oral disease and periodontal charting
• Communicate findings with patient and dentist
• Collaborate with our team to ensure efficient office operations and patient care

Skills

Dental hygiene

Patient screening

Medical history documentation

Tools

Eaglesoft

Digital X-rays

EMR systems

Job description

Position: Full-Time Dental Hygienist to begin immediately

About us: We are a unique family-oriented solo practice operating in Des Plaines for more than 35

years. Here since 2014, Dr. Andrew Partridge followed in his father's footsteps after he

retired in 2018 and has had the pleasure of providing excellent dental care to the many

patients who have chosen our practice over the years.

Our primary aim is to make every dental and hygiene visit a pleasant and welcoming

experience. We take pride in offering the highest-quality care and the latest dental

services. Our team focuses on the best treatment possible to prevent any dental issues.

We are a small, close-knit team that works together as a harmonious unit daily.

Qualifications/Experience

• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation
• Proficient in Eaglesoft, digital x-rays, electronic medical records systems
• Comfort working in a busy environment

Key Responsibilities

• Efficient in one-hour appointments for prophylaxis and scaling/root planing
• Apply fluoride and sealants when needed
• Screening for oral disease and periodontal charting
• Communicate findings with patient and dentist
• Collaborate with our team to ensure efficient office operations and patient care

Scheduled Office Hours (start times flexible, must work evening hours)

Starting at $44.00/hour with additional benefits

Benefits

• Optional IRA contribution package
• 2 weeks paid vacation year one, followed by an added week for every additional year of employment up to 4 weeks total
• Free dental care for you and immediate family

We are excited and ready for you! We are looking to employ this position immediately. All

interviews will be conducted by Dr. Andrew Partridge, with an office tour and setup for a

working interview.