Dental Hygienist (Part-time)

DeKalb Health; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual language stipend

Paid holidays pro-rated

Sick days pro-rated

Paid time off pro-rated

Job summary

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is seeking a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist for our Child & Teen Dental Clinic in Champaign, IL. The role offers flexibility to work at least eight hours per week, with potential for more hours across afternoons and a collaborative public health team.

The position requires an Illinois dental hygiene license and a certificate/diploma from an approved program.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental hygienist in Illinois required.
• Certificate or diploma in dental hygiene from an approved program.
• Current Illinois dental hygienist license required.
• Willing to obtain Public Health Dental Hygienist Certification within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a complete dental prophylaxis including exams, cleanings, x-rays, fluoride and OHI for children age 0–19.
• Administer caries prevention treatments such as sealants.
• Administer silver diamine fluoride for caries arresting medicaments.
• Educate patients and families on oral health and home-care instructions.
• Prepare patient room, sterilize and disinfect equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Assist with basic office tasks and scheduling.
• Provide public health education in schools and community events.
• Mentor pre-dental and community health interns from University of Illinois.

Skills

Dental prophylaxis

X-rays

Oral hygiene instruction

Documentation

Scheduling

Education

Dental Hygiene certificate/diploma (state-approved)

Illinois dental hygienist license

Job description

• Location 201 W KENYON RD,Champaign, IL, 61820-7892,United States
• Base Pay $35.00 - $37.91 / Hour
• Employee Type Part-Time

Description

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

Are you passionate about pediatric dentistry and dedicated to providing exceptional care to children? We are seeking a talented part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Child & Teen Dental Clinic. We're looking for a dependable, licensed dental hygienist who values flexibility and wants to be part of a collaborative public health team. We're seeking someone who can commit to working at least eight (8) hours per week, but beyond that, we're flexible. Whether you're looking for 20 hours per week, three afternoons per week, or another consistent schedule, we'd love to talk with you. We recognize that everyone's availability is different, and we're committed to building a schedule that works for both you and our patients.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Performs a complete dental prophylactic service that includes exams, cleanings, appropriate x-rays, fluoride treatments and OHI (oral hygiene instruction); performs clinical tasks such as documenting and recording procedures performed; performs x-rays, full-mouth periodontal charting and oral cancer screenings for children ages 0-19.
• Administers approved caries prevention treatments such as sealants to tooth surfaces.
• Administers caries arresting medicaments such as silver diamine fluoride.
• Educates on the condition of oral health, options for treatment, effects of treating and/or not treating; provides home care instructions including nutritional counseling.
• Prepares patient room by restocking, sterilizing, and disinfecting equipment after each use in accordance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Performs basic office tasks such as filing, checking-in/out patients and scheduling appointments.
• Provides public awareness of dental care issues in environments such as schools, health fairs, and other public forums.
• Mentor pre-dental and community health interns from University of Illinois
• Performs other duties as required.
• Certificate or diploma from a school of dental hygiene approved by the Department of Professional Regulation.
• Current license to practice as a dental hygienist in the State of Illinois.
• A valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance is required.
• Willing to obtain Public Health Dental Hygienist Certification within 1 year of employment with CUPHD.
• The expected starting hourly is $35.00. Full hourly salary for a Class 7 Dental Hygienist I is $35.00 – 37.91. The selected candidate will have the flexibility to set their standard work week starting at 8 hours up to 20 hours.

CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees an additional $3.00 per hour, upon approval.
  • Eligible employees may complete language proficiency testing upon hire and can begin receiving the stipend as soon as they are approved.
• Paid holidays pro-rated
• Sick days earned pro-rated
• Paid time off earned in the first year of employment with additional paid time off based on years of service pro-rated

Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at [e-mail]. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.

All employees must be fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally). All other vaccinations are highly recommended but not mandatory. Vaccinationstaken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Proof of vaccinationsmust be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

The recruitment will remain open until filled; however, it will not close prior to August 17, 2026. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.