Dental Hygienist

Company: Grand Dental
Location: Franklin Park
Posted on: March 6, 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!*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 acceptedWork Location:* Franklin ParkWork Remotely* NoJob Type: Full-timePay: $44.00 - $58.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to Friday* Weekends as neededLicense/Certification:* Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)Work Location: In person

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