Dental Hygienist - RDH

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Employee discount

Continuing education credits

Bonus pay

Free parking

Referral program

Job summary

Webster Dental Care of Lakeview invites an experienced Registered Dental Hygienist to join our modern, patient‑focused Lakeview clinic. You’ll perform cleanings, assessments, and radiographs while collaborating with dentists to support oral health.

This on‑site position offers a competitive hourly rate, comprehensive benefits, continuing education, and a supportive team in a busy Chicago area practice.

Qualifications

• Current and active IL State License to practice dental hygiene.
• Proficient in infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Basic life support certification preferred; training available.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental care including cleanings and assessments.
• Take digital radiographs and document medical/dental histories.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-care instructions.
• Assist dentist during examinations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage supplies.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Patient communication

Infection control

Education

IL State Dental Hygienist License

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

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).
• Administer 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.

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

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 Jobly)

Facility Information

• Name: Webster Dental Care of Lakeview
• Location: 2829 N Lincoln Avenue Chicago, IL , Chicago, Illinois
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Concept of Care

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

Certifications

• 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