Dental Hygienist - RDH

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Dental 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

Referral program

Job summary

Webster Dental Care of Skokie is seeking a registered dental hygienist (RDH) for day shift in a modern, supportive office in Skokie, IL. The role focuses on preventive care, patient education, and collaboration with dentists to ensure safety and high-quality oral health.

The ideal candidate will hold a current IL RDH license, have or be willing to obtain CPR/BLS and radiography certifications, and be comfortable using Eaglesoft.

Qualifications

• Current and active IL State License.
• Experience with digital radiographs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify hygiene needs (prophy, SRP, FMD) and perform as needed.
• Conduct oral health assessments and record patient histories.
• Take and develop digital radiographs.
• Apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition.
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where permitted by state law.
• Assist the dentist during examinations or procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure operatory cleanliness.
• Monitor and manage hygiene supplies and inventory.
• Stay up to date with continuing education and state licensing requirements.
• Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis), scaling, root planing, and periodontal maintenance.

Skills

General dentistry experience

Customer service

Education

IL Dental Hygienist License

CPR Certification

BLS Certification

Dental X-ray Certification

Nitrous Oxide Certification

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 / 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.
• Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis), scaling, root planing, and periodontal maintenance.

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

Jobly Bonus

• $180 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

• Name: Webster Dental Care of Skokie
• Location: 4833 Church Street Skokie, IL , Skokie, Illinois
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday 7am-8pm
• Tuesday 7am-8pm
• Wednesday 7am-8pm
• Thursday 7am-8pm
• Friday 7am-4pm
• Saturday 8am-2pm
• Sunday 9am-2pm

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