Registered Dental Hygienist

Jackson Family Dentistry is seeking a dependable and personable Registered Dental Hygienist to join our established private practice in Downers Grove. We are a privately owned, single-doctor dental office with a strong reputation, modern technology, and a loyal patient base. Our team values clinical quality, professionalism, communication, and treating patients like people rather than production numbers. This is a permanent, long-term opportunity for a hygienist who wants a consistent schedule, realistic appointment times, and a professional environment without corporate quotas or unnecessary production pressure. Pay $45~$55 per hour Salary Details Estimated Annual Compensation: Approximately $65,000 to $100,000, depending on hours worked, experience, and benefit participation Employment Type Full-time Requirements Licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Illinois and in good standing Active Illinois Registered Dental Hygienist license in good standing Current CPR certification Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program Strong clinical, communication, and patient-care skills Ability to work the complete posted schedule Dependable, organized, and self-motivated Comfortable managing their schedule and maintaining an efficient patient flow Confident identifying and communicating clinical findings Able to recognize when the doctor should be involved Thorough and committed to high-quality, patient-centered care Warm, personable, and able to build trust with patients Willing to support the team and assist where needed Interested in becoming a long-term member of the practice New graduates are welcome to apply. We are looking for someone who is motivated, receptive to feedback, and ready to take ownership of their professional growth. Dental loupes with an attached light are strongly preferred. New graduates who do not yet own loupes may still be considered. Job Description Provide preventive and periodontal dental hygiene care Perform periodontal assessments and charting Complete scaling and root planing Take digital X-rays, including FMX, bitewings, and panoramic images Capture intraoral photographs Educate patients regarding oral health, home care, and recommended treatment Use an iTero scanner for Invisalign and other clinical cases Assist with CBCT imaging using Carestream technology Maintain complete and accurate clinical documentation in Eaglesoft Communicate patient concerns and clinical findings to the doctor Support an organized and efficient patient schedule without compromising quality of care Benefits Benefits available to eligible full-time employees include: Medical insurance Vision insurance Dental benefits for the employee and immediate family 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Paid vacation, up to three weeks based on length of employment Up to 40 hours of paid time off annually Paid holidays Short-term disability insurance Life insurance Paid training Uniforms provided Jobley Bonus: $180 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley) Shift & Schedule Monday: 6:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. First patient scheduled at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday: 6:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. First patient scheduled at 7:30 a.m. Thursday: 8:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. First patient scheduled at 9:30 a.m. One Saturday per month: 6:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. First patient scheduled at 7:30 a.m. Our standard recall appointments are scheduled for 60 minutes. We do not routinely double-book hygiene appointments or expect hygienists to rush through patient care. Applicants must be available for the complete posted schedule, including one Saturday per month. About the Practice Name: Jackson Family Dentistry Location: 2033 Ogden Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Jackson Family Dentistry