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Grand Dental Group

Dental Hygienist

Grand Dental Group, Lockport, Illinois, United States, 60441

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Job Description

Job Description

Job description :

Grand Dental is seeking a patient-centric Dental Hygienist who understands the value of a full hour of scheduled patient care per appointment. The prospective hire knows the value of relationship building, patient education, and a thorough dental visit with a friendly and professional team. New graduates are welcome!

Who are we? Grand Dental – is part of the Grand Dental Group, which is a family of twelve beautiful, state‑of‑the‑art dental offices and a Central Business Office. We are owned and operated by practicing dentists and offer general and specialty dental care for everyone. One Community, One Patient, One Smile at a Time.

Our Culture : At Grand Dental, we understand that our team‑members are our greatest strength, and we work to empower and elevate them with the support and resources they need to reach their highest potential. We offer a generous benefit package and career growth opportunities in a fun, team‑driven, respectful work environment.

DENTAL HYGIENIST SUMMARY Embrace “Fish Philosophy” : Make Their Day, Play, Be There, Choose Your Attitude, Commit It, Be It, Coach It.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Dental Hygienist provides patient Care and Basic Dental Hygiene Prophylactic Care

Carefully review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary

Blood pressure and oral cancer screening

Exposure of necessary digital radiographs

Utilize intra oral camera for patient education

Chart decay, disease diagnosis and treatment

Visually examine & palpate for signs of disease (intra and extra orally), and perform TMJ exam

Periodontal examination and documentation of gingival description,

Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis

Apply cavity‑preventative agents such as fluorides and sealants

Remove calculus, plaque, and stain

Administer local anesthetic agents, if certified

OHI with self‑care tools

Educate patients on good oral health, nutrition, proper hygiene, and oral disease

Discuss the etiology of oral disease, contributing factors, and relationship to systemic disease (i.e. heart disease, pregnancy, diabetes, etc.)

Educate and advise patients with educational reading materials

Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist, hygiene director and team leader

Pay :

$44 / hr. - $60 / hr. (average)

Benefits

401(k)

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Experience / Certification :

Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License to work in Illinois

Dental Hygiene Degree from an accredited college or university

CPR certification

Job Type : Full time Interested Candidates ONLY – No Solicitation - Inquiries from recruitment firms / staffing agencies not accepted

Work Location : Franklin Park

Work Remotely No

Job Type Full-time

Company Description Grand Dental – is part of the Grand Dental Group, which is a family of twelve beautiful, state‑of‑the‑art dental offices in the Chicago area. We are owned and operated by practicing dentists and offer general and specialty dental care for everyone. One Community, One Patient, One Smile at a Time.

Company Description Grand Dental – is part of the Grand Dental Group, which is a family of twelve beautiful, state‑of‑the‑art dental offices in the Chicago area. We are owned and operated by practicing dentists and offer general and specialty dental care for everyone. One Community, One Patient, One Smile at a Time.

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