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Partridge Dental Prof Corp; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Free dental care for you and immediate

Job summary

Partridge Dental Prof Corp in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our 35+ year family‑oriented solo practice. You will perform prophylaxis and scaling in one‑hour visits, screen for oral disease, and document medical histories, collaborating with Dr.

Partridge and our small team to provide exceptional patient care. Starting at $45.00/hour with benefits, we offer health insurance, IRA contributions, paid time off, holidays, and free dental care for you and your immediate

Qualifications

• Illinois license to practice dental hygiene (new graduates welcome).
• CPR certification required.
• Strong knowledge of dentistry, hygiene procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation.
• Proficient with Eaglesoft, digital X-rays, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform prophylaxis and scaling in one-hour appointments.
• Apply fluoride and sealants when needed.
• Screen for oral disease and perform periodontal charting.
• Communicate findings to patient and dentist.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient office operations and patient care.

Skills

CPR Certification

Dental hygiene procedures

Patient screening

Medical history documentation

Eaglesoft

Digital X-rays

EMR Systems

Work under pressure

Education

Illinois license to practice Dental Hygiene

Tools

Eaglesoft

Digital X-rays

EMR systems

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

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:

• Current Dental Hygienist license in Illinois (new graduates welcome)
• CPR Certification
• 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)

• Monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
• Tuesday 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
• Thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
• Friday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Compensation/Benefits

Starting at $45.00/hour with additional benefits

• Optional healthcare insurance
• 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
• 6 paid holidays
• 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.