Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Chicago, IL

Role at Smile Programs, a mobile in‑school dental program. The workday ends with the school day and there are no nights or weekends, making it ideal for parents and anyone seeking a unique, flexible work environment.

• Active RDH License
• Professional experience as a Dental Hygienist
• CPR or BLS certification
• Excellent working relationship with children
• Ability to thrive in a small, fast‑paced team
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to multi‑task
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willing to travel within the county
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs for set‑up and take‑down
• Ability to walk up flights of stairs on certain occasions (some schools may not have an elevator)

• Assist with oral health management of all patients as a team player
• Verify patient identity using name and date of birth before treatment; document verification in the chart
• Obtain oral health assessments for new and follow‑up patients
• Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information
• Provide oral hygiene services, including prophylaxis, scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application in accordance with best practices
• Assist dentist as directed
• Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient
• Document all services on the patient’s chart
• Travel daily to and from school sites

• Drive company vehicle
• Willing to travel daily
• Meet deadlines and arrive on time each day
• Reliable, organized, and punctual
• Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent people skills—able to communicate with adults and children
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Order supplies, sterilize instruments, and perform sterility testing
• Back‑office duties
• Maintain van and equipment in good condition

• Evenings, weekends, and summer off
• School day schedule (about 6–7 hours; 8:00 AM–3:00 PM)
• Benefit package (health, dental, vision)
• Travel pay
• Unique work experience and flexible scheduling
• Full‑time and part‑time positions
• Competitive compensation
• State‑of‑the‑art portable dental equipment
• Latest technology and digital radiography

Call or text Venice at 855‑957‑4375 or email  (If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.)

Smile Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.