Dental Hygienist

General Overview

Dental Hygienist - Forest City Dental

Beautiful, Modern Practice • $5,00 Sign On Bonus • Full-time Hours

Compensation: Starting at $47/hr based on experience + Hygiene bonus program

Sign on Bonus: $5,000

Schedule: Monday- Thursday: 7:30am- 5:00pm

At Forest City Dental, we believe in providing compassionate, high-quality dental care in a judgment-free environment. Passionate about dentistry, our incredible team are the heart of what we do. From the moment you walk through our doors, you're more than a person - you're part of our Forest City family.

As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient care and ready to thrive as a respected provider in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What We Offer

Compensation: Starting at $47/hour based on experience plus Hygiene bonus

Time Off: PTO + paid holidays

Insurance: Medical, vision, life, disability

Savings Accounts: FSA & HSA options

Retirement: 401(k) with employer match

Wellness Programs: Supporting your physical, mental, social, and financial well‑being

Additional Perks: Benefits for you, your family, and even your pets!

Powerful opportunities for growth through exceptional continuing education

Mentorship and peer collaboration

State‑of‑the‑art tools and technology

Responsibilities

Your Impact as a Dental Hygienist

As a vital clinical partner, you will elevate patient health by providing preventive care, education, and a seamless clinical experience. Your responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and updating X‑rays, chart notes, and maintaining related equipment
• Recording detailed clinical narratives, probing depths, and documentation for claims
• Maintaining strict OSHA and HIPAA compliance
• Sterilizing instruments and managing hygiene supplies
• Performing Prophylaxis and Scaling & Root Planing
• Applying fluoride varnish and placing sealants
• Educating patients on oral health and the mouth‑body connection
• Supporting patient and team relations with professionalism and empathy
• Ensuring a safe, welcoming, and organized clinical environment

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Hygienist Licensed in IL
• Current certification from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A compassionate, patient‑centered approach
• Ability to connect with diverse patient populations

Apply Today!

Come see why our team and patients love being part of Polk Dental Associates!

Apply now and discover how you can be an amazing fit for our growing practice!

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe our strength comes from embracing the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and communities.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.