Dental Hygienist

Part‑Time Hygienist Opportunity – Peoria, IL Willow Knolls Family Dental is a thriving, fast‑paced practice backed by a welcoming, highly connected 12‑person team. The culture is collaborative, energetic, and goal‑oriented, and the office enjoys growth potential. Schedule Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM This role is a great fit for a hygienist who: Enjoys a fast‑paced, team‑driven environment Thrives in a collaborative, connected team culture Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic Is organized, goal‑focused, and motivated to grow Loves building relationships with patients and teammates You’ll thrive here if you: Are a true people person who values connection and teamwork Enjoy a busy, productive schedule where no two days look the same Bring a team‑first mindset and jump in to support where needed Are growth‑oriented and open to learning and development Are open to supporting nearby Heartland offices when needed What You’ll Gain Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO Continuing education to develop your full potential and enhance clinical skills Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities Unparalleled business support and high‑quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential Willow Knolls Family Dental, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. With the support of a practice manager, a highly trained team on site, and a vast network of experts across the nation, you’ll be connected to all resources and support of Heartland Dental. Minimum Qualifications Current dental hygienist license in IL and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required) Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation CPR certification Preferred Experience Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital X‑rays and electronic medical record systems Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patient needs and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health Clinical needs as required by office Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/Doctor/Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation Prolonged periods sitting and standing Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions; not applicable in FL & TN Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each supported office is unique to its community and patients. Supported doctors lead their practices with clinical autonomy. All served doctors share a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living core values that promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr