Registered Dental Hygienist

Join Our Great Network of Hygienist at Downtown Dental Loop!

Are you a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist looking for a fun, fast-paced environment where you can grow and make a difference? Downtown Dental Loop is on the lookout for motivated team players who thrive in a bustling environment, love working with people, and have a keen eye for detail. New grads or tenured clinicians, this is your chance to kickstart your career with a team that's ready to support you every step of the way! Check out a day in the life of a GLDP Hygienist!

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn up to $60/hour, plus monthly incentive bonuses as a Registered Dental Hygienist. We offer hygienists a guaranteed elevated hourly rate, similar to a dentist's daily guarantee. This allows you to earn competitively while building confidence and abilities, with the potential to reach monthly production incentive bonuses.
• Level up your skills — become laser certified: All GLDP Registered Dental Hygienist are eligible for free laser training and certification to advance your clinical expertise and patient care impact.
• Cutting-Edge Technology & AI Tools to Support Case Acceptance: VideaAI – Advanced radiograph-reading artificial intelligence that assists doctors in detecting potential caries and pathology with greater accuracy, improving diagnostic confidence and patient trust. Intraoral cameras in every operatory – Allows patients to see what the doctor sees, enhancing transparency, increasing treatment acceptance, and supporting clearer communication. Bola AI Voice Charting – Hands-free, voice-activated periodontal charting and clinical documentation that speeds up exams, reduces manual entry, and improves workflow efficiency. TV monitors for chairside case presentations – Visual, easy-to-understand treatment explanations that help patients make informed decisions and say "yes" to care more often. iTero or AlliedStar digital scanners – Fast, comfortable, radiation-free digital impressions that improve patient experience and increase accuracy for crowns, clear aligners, and treatment planning.
• Hygiene Shift Flexibility: We have an internal Registered Dental Hygienist shift website where we post open hygiene positions across our 26 locations in Illinois and Indiana. You can pick up shifts at other offices at a higher rate and even qualify for overtime! This is part of our commitment to supporting our internal Registered Dental Hygienist team.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability Insurance + Paid Maternity Leave.
• Level Up: Free Continuing Education (CE) credits and professional development courses. Ongoing training, and mentorship opportunities to help you shine.
• Hygiene Support and Mentorship: Our VP of Clinical Services, Sarah Velasco, RDH, is dedicated to mentoring and coaching our Registered Dental Hygienists, helping them reach their full potential.
• Hygiene Advisory Board (HAB): Our HAB is composed of clinical hygiene experts from practices across Illinois and Indiana. They ensure patient care remains at the forefront and foster communication between our clinical hygiene staff and leadership team.
• Work Hard, Play Hard: Enjoy company and hygiene social events.
• Look Sharp: Annual scrub allowance—on us!
• Time to Recharge: 40+ hours of PTO in year 1, doubles in year 2, and triples by year 3!
• Future-Ready: 401(k) retirement plan to secure your tomorrow.

Requirements

Ready to Join? If you're a current RDH license holder (or a new grad awaiting licensure) with an active CPR certification, we'd love to meet you!

What Does the Interview Process Look Like?

• Initial Contact: Our Talent Team will reach out via text or email to schedule a brief 10-minute screening call.
• Clinical Discussion: You'll have a chance to meet with our VP of Clinical Services, Sarah Velasco, RDH, BSDH. In this conversation, Sarah will provide insight into a day in the life of a hygienist on our team. You'll cover key questions (and more), such as: How many patients would I see per day? How long are appointments for cleanings and periodontal treatments? What opportunities are available for Continuing Education (CE)? What software or tools do you use? Do hygienists have dedicated rooms or shared spaces? Rest assured, all your clinical questions will be answered by a fellow hygienist, not a recruiter!
• On-Site Paid Interview: If we're a good match, we'll invite you for an on-site visit to meet the Office Manager, Doctors, Hygienists, and the clinical team. You'll also participate in a paid working interview with patients to get a feel for the environment and show off your skills.
• Offer: Afterward, our team will connect with you to extend an offer that's hard to beat!