Dental Hygienist

Ready to love where you work as much as the care you provide?

Our hygienists are valued healthcare providers who play an essential role in helping our community stay healthy, feel confident, and keep smiling. We believe every patient deserves personalized care, thoughtful education, and a team that truly listens. We partner with our patients to create comprehensive care plans that put their health and goals first. As a thriving, family-owned private practice, we have proudly served our community for generations. We love what we do, the patients we serve, and—most importantly—the people we do it with! If you're looking for something new, we'd love to meet you!

• Mondays: 6:45 AM – 7:30 PM *hour break between shifts
• Tuesdays: 6:45 AM – 1:00 PM
• Wednesdays: 6:45 AM – 1:00 PM
• Thursdays: 6:45 AM – 7:30 PM *hour break between shifts

Why You'll Love Essentials Dental

• A true dental family: Join a supportive, welcoming team that celebrates wins, helps one another, and genuinely cares.
• Clinical autonomy: Use your expertise and professional judgment to provide outstanding patient care.
• Patient-centered dentistry: Build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact on patients' oral health.
• Family-owned and community-focused: Be part of a practice that values relationships and giving back.
• Room to grow: Access continuing education, training, and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a predictable schedule and a team that understands life outside the office matters, too.
• Fun beyond the office: Participate in team outings, quarterly celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities—with family members welcome at select events!

What You'll Do

• Deliver exceptional preventive hygiene care and personalized patient education.
• Build trusting relationships that help patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their care.
• Partner with doctors and team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans and achieve excellent outcomes.
• Create a positive, welcoming experience for every patient, every visit.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold established clinical and safety standards.
• Empower patients to take an active role in their oral health.

What We're Looking For

• An active Illinois Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing, with no adverse actions.
• A passion for patient care, prevention, and oral health education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative, dependable team player who brings a positive attitude to work.
• Comfortable using/learning dental practice software and Microsoft Office products.

Perks & Benefits

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients!

• Competitive compensation with incentive opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, accident, AD&D, and life insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dental care for employees and immediate family members
• Friends & Family Discount
• Fitness reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities
• Uniforms provided
• Professionally sharpened instruments
• One-hour recall appointments so you can focus on quality care and meaningful patient relationships
• Modern technology and equipment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Team outings, quarterly celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities

Your Next Chapter Starts Here!

Apply today!