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Benefits: Employee discounts Training & development 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Profit sharing Paid time off Benefits/Perks Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00-5:00, Wednesday 8:00-2:00 Salary dependent on experience and performance Continuing education and uniform assistance Health Insurance, Dental Benefits, 401K including profit sharing (if full time) Paid Time Off and 5 Paid Holidays Job Summary Virdi Dental is seeking to add a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! We are a locally owned, single doctor family practice who values hygiene, offers competitive pay and benefits, and respects your opinion and your time! We have a team-first attitude, and we all help each other, no matter if it is during patient care or downtime. As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. Our ideal candidate will have an energetic, positive, team-first mentality with an excellent chairside manner and a desire to make patients feel welcome and comfortable. We are looking for a detail-oriented person with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, commitment to patient care, and a thorough understanding of dental hygiene practices, who is confident in providing compassionate direction and guidance to patients and families. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including reviewing medical histories (90 mins) Provide routine oral hygiene services and treatments to maintain optimal oral health (60 min recalls, 90 min SRP) Maintain accurate and detailed charting and patient records Collaborate with dentist and other team members to develop individualized treatment plans Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and their treatment plans, answering any questions they have Maintain a clean and organized space, including infection control protocols, sterilization, and inventory. Take vital signs, x-rays, impressions, and scans as needed. Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection Review upcoming schedule to anticipate clinic needs Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments Assist with recall systems, scheduling, and general office support as needed Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies Keep up-to-date on professional knowledge and technical skills Qualifications Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation Active Illinois Hygiene License At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines Excellent communication and customer service skills Outstanding written and oral communication Patience and Positivity If you meet or exceed our expectations and are ready to join our fun, caring team, we want to meet you! Please send us your resume, contact information, professional references, and the best time to reach you.