Registered Dental Hygienist

Job description:

You know the difference between “just a cleaning” and real hygiene care.
So do we.

At Compassionate Dental Care, hygienists are trusted clinicians. You’re given the time, support, and respect to do your work well, educate patients properly, and build long-term trust.

If you’re polished, clinically strong, and want to work in a practice that values quality over chaos, this is worth your attention.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Compassionate Dental Care, we believe exceptional dentistry starts with exceptional people. If you take pride in precision, thrive in a supportive, values-driven environment, and want to be part of a team that treats patients like people, not appointments, this is where your skills matter.

We don’t rush care. We don’t cut corners. And we don’t overlook the impact a great Dental Hygienist has on every patient experience. comfort, trust, and compassion.

Our Team is Built on These Core Value Systems

• Inspirational
• Disciplined
• Accountable
• Transparent
• Aligned
• Results Oriented

These values are reinforced to ensure every patient feels supported and confident in their care journey.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Dental Hygienist, you are central to the patient experience and long-term oral health outcomes. You’ll deliver high-quality preventive and periodontal care, educate patients with clarity and confidence, and work in close alignment with the dentist and clinical team.

This role is ideal for a hygienist who takes pride in their craft, communicates well, and wants to practice in an environment that feels elevated, organized, and professional, with the latest technology available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver thorough, high-quality hygiene care including prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments including medical history, vitals, and periodontal charting
• Educate patients in a way that is calm, clear, and confidence-building
• Maintain impeccable infection control and operatory standards
• Collaborate with the dentist on patient care plans and next steps
• Document treatment accurately and promptly using dental software
• Maintain steady appointment flow without sacrificing quality
• Participate in continuing education and team development

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Illinois Dental Hygienist license (Those in School, We Want to Connect With You)
• Strong clinical skills and polished chair side presence
• Clear communicator who patients trust and feel comfortable with
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable working within structured systems
• Team-minded with a high standard for professionalism

HOW SUCCESS IS MEASURED

• Patients leave feeling informed, comfortable, and cared for
• Appointments stay on track without rushing or cutting corners
• Charts are accurate and completed on time
• Infection control is consistently upheld
• Patients return and follow through on care
• The team operates smoothly and collaboratively

If you’re ready to work in a practice where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and take the next step in a dental career that values precision, compassion, and teamwork.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person