Dental Hygienist - RDH

Webster Dental Care of Edison Park; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee discount

Continuing education credits

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Paid sick time

Job summary

Webster Dental Care of Edison Park in Chicago, IL is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to provide preventive dental care, assess oral health, and educate patients. You will work closely with dentists to support patient health and ensure safety and compliance.

The position offers day shifts with a flexible schedule, and opportunities for continuing education within a modern, supportive office environment.

Qualifications

• Current and active IL State License.
• Familiarity with Eaglesoft software or willingness to learn.
• Strong infection control knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis) and periodontal maintenance.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and nutrition.
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (where permitted).
• Assist the dentist during examinations or procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure infection control.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient care

Infection control

Education

IL State License

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

RDH Wanted — Sharp Skills, Sharper Instruments!

What You’ll Get:

• Access to new cavitron units, sharp instruments, and any requests you may have can be granted (within reason)
• Appropriate appointment lengths
• A fun, clean, modern office with a supportive team
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• A steady stream of patients who’ll love your gentle, thorough care
• Benefits available: Medical, vision, 401K, PTO

Pay

• $40 - $60 per hour

Job Summary

The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) is responsible for providing preventive dental care, including oral assessments, teeth cleanings, and patient education. The RDH works closely with dentists to support overall patient oral health and ensures compliance with safety and health regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate hygiene needs (prophy, SRP, FMD, etc) and perform as needed.
• Conduct oral health assessments and record patient medical and dental histories.
• Take digital radiographs.
• Apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants (as needed).
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling.
• Administer local anesthesia (as needed).
• Assist the dentist during examinations or procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure cleanliness of equipment and operatory.
• Monitor and manage hygiene supplies and inventory.
• Stay up to date with continuing education and state licensing requirements.

Shift & Schedule

• Day shift
• Flexible schedule

Office Hours

• Monday 7am-7pm
• Tuesday 10am-7pm
• Wednesday 9am-7pm
• Thursday 8am-7pm
• Friday 8am-5pm
• Saturday 8am-2pm

Requirements

Current and active IL State License

We work with Eaglesoft software - It's not mandatory you know this software, because it's easy to use & we'll teach you

Preferences

• License & Certification: Basic life support
• Clinical Experience: General Dentistry

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis), scaling, root planing, and periodontal maintenance.
• Conduct oral health assessments and record patient medical and dental histories.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling.
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (where permitted by state law).
• Assist the dentist during examinations or procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure cleanliness of equipment and operatory.
• Monitor and manage hygiene supplies and inventory.
• Stay up to date with continuing education and state licensing requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan
• Health savings account
• Free parking
• Bonus pay

Jobley Bonus

• $180 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

Name: Webster Dental Care of Edison Park

Location: 7760 W Devon Ave. Chicago, IL , Chicago, Illinois

Type: Dental clinic

Healthcare Services: Dental office

Concept of Care

At Webster Dental Care’s Edison Park office, we have the staff and knowledge to provide you and your entire family with over 100 years of combined dental excellence. Our doctors are continually upgrading themselves and their practice on the newest techniques, developments and approaches in dentistry. We provide you with advanced, state-of-the-art, comfortable, personalized and antiseptic dental care in Edison Park.

• Dental Hygienist License
• CPR Certification
• BLS Certification
• X-ray / Radiography Certification
• Local Anesthesia Certification
• Nitrous Oxide Certification
• Expanded Functions Dental Hygienist
• Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification
• Infection Control License
• Driver's license