Family Dental Care on Washington in South Holland, IL is seeking a caring, detail-oriented Dental Hygienist to provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal care for patients of all ages. In this patient-focused, family-oriented practice, you'll perform thorough cleanings, periodontal therapy, digital radiographs, and oral health assessments while educating patients on preventive care. You'll work closely with a supportive dentist and team that values professionalism, compassion, and long-term relationships. Ideal candidates are passionate about gentle care, excellent communication, and maintaining high clinical and infection-control standards in a modern, welcoming environment. Responsibilities Provide prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and non-surgical periodontal therapy Perform oral health assessments, charting, and periodontal measurements Take and interpret digital radiographs and intraoral images Deliver patient education on oral hygiene, prevention, and post-treatment care Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where permitted by license Assist the dentist with exams and treatment planning as needed Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and documentation Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and

OSHA/CDC

guidelines Collaborate with dentists and team to ensure a positive, efficient patient experience Participate in continuing education and contribute to a patient-focused, family-oriented culture Required Skills Dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance Scaling and root planing (SRP) and non-surgical periodontal therapy Periodontal charting and oral health assessment Digital radiography and intraoral imaging Local anesthesia administration Nitrous oxide monitoring/administration Infection control and sterilization (OSHA/CDC compliance) Patient education and communication Electronic dental records (EDR) documentation Time management and chairside efficiency