Dental Hygienist

Company: Grand Dental
Location: Franklin Park
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Grand Dental is seeking a full time patient-centric Dental Hygienist who understands the value of a full hour of scheduled patient care per appointment. The perspective hire knows the value of relationship building, patient education, and a thorough dental visit with a friendly and professional team. New graduates are welcome!

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

*Who are we?*

Grand Dental - is part of the Grand Dental Group, which is a family of nine beautiful, state-of-the-art dental offices and a Central Business Office. We are owned and operated by practicing dentists and offer general and specialty dental care for everyone. One Community, One Patient, One Smile at a Time.

*Our Culture:*

At Grand Dental, we understand that our team-members are our greatest strength, and we work to empower and elevate them with the support and resources they need to reach their highest potential. We offer a generous benefit package and career growth opportunities in a fun, team-driven, respectful work environment.

*DENTAL HYGIENIST*

*SUMMARY*

Embrace "Fish Philosophy": Make Their Day, Play, Be There, Choose Your Attitude, Commit It, Be It, Coach It.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
* The Dental Hygienist provides patient Care and Basic Dental Hygiene Prophylactic Care
* Carefully review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary
* Blood pressure and oral cancer screening
* Exposure of necessary digital radiographs
* Utilize intra oral camera for patient education
* Chart decay, disease diagnosis and treatment
* Visually examine & palpate for signs of disease (intra and extra orally), and perform TMJ exam
* Periodontal examination and documentation of gingival description,
* Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis
* Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides and sealants
* Remove calculus, plaque, and stain
* Administer local anesthetic agents, if certified
* OHI with self-care tools
* Educate patients on good oral health, nutrition, proper hygiene, and oral disease
* Discuss the etiology of oral disease, contributing factors, and relationship to systemic disease (i.e. heart disease, pregnancy, diabetes, etc.)
* Educate and advise patients with educational reading materials
* Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist, hygiene director and team leader

*Pay:* $44/hr. - $60/hr. (average)

*Benefits:*
* 401(k)
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Continuing education opportunities

*Experience/Certification:*
* Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License to work in Illinois
* Dental Hygiene Degree from an accredited college or university
* CPR certification

*Job Type:* Full time

*Interested Candidates ONLY *- No Solicitation - Inquiries from recruitment firms/staffing agencies not accepted

Work Location:
* Franklin Park

Work Remotely
* No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44.00 - $58.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed



License/Certification:
* Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)

Work Location: In person

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