Dental Hygienist

Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high-quality, affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.

Erie Family Health Centers, a nationally recognized top workplace with 13 sites in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Oral Health Department! The dental hygienist performs oral hygiene procedures, acts as an oral health educator, and supports the dentist.

At Erie, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health care plans, generous paid time off, retirement benefits, and more! Our Full Benefits Package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Childcare. Our retirement plan features a 401(k) with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to 5% of your salary. Starting PTO is 20 days plus 8 paid holidays.

We also provide annual merit increases, room for growth, and career advancement opportunities.

Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and education. Candidates meeting the minimum requirements will start at the entry level within the range, with additional skills and experience reflected in the offered salary.

• Provide preventive, therapeutic, and educational methods to control oral disease, helping patients attain optimal oral health per state guidelines.
• Gather and review patient records to assist the dentist with diagnosis and treatment, including medical/dental histories, x-rays, and oral inspections.
• Maintain sterilization and cleanliness of dental instruments, trays, and equipment.
• Conduct in-reach and out-reach as an oral health educator.
• Work with the dental team to meet HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Active Dental Hygienist License and RDH certification required.

Required:

• Current CPR Certification
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• Ability to operate all dental equipment and instruments
• Ability to sit, stand, speak, write, and type

Preferred:

• One year of experience preferred.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values balance and belonging, aligns with our mission, vision, and values, and promotes career growth.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Healthcare Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Healthcare

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