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Great Lakes Dental Partners
Matteson, Illinois

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$48-$55/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Join Our Team at Olympia Fields Dental Associates!

At Olympia Fields Dental Associates, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our valued patients. Our team of professionals are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment. We are excited to announce that we are looking to add another extraordinary Registered Dental Hygienist to our team and contribute to the continued success and excellence of our practice.

Job Responsibilities

Facilitate Patient-Dentist Interaction: Act as a key liaison between the dentist and patients, ensuring clear communication and understanding.

Perform Dental Prophylaxis: Conduct thorough cleanings and preventive care to maintain and improve oral health.

  • Conduct Oral Cancer Screenings: Regularly perform screenings to detect early signs of oral cancer.
  • Execute Radiographic Studies: Take and analyze X-rays to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Chart Dental Conditions: Accurately document conditions of decay, disease, and other dental issues in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.

Perform Additional Procedures: Carry out various dental procedures in accordance with professional standards and regulations.

Job Qualifications

Valid RDH License: Current Registered Dental Hygienist license required, or application for new graduates awaiting licensure.

Active CPR Certification: Must possess up-to-date CPR certification.

What We’re Offering

Attractive Compensation Package: Competitive base salary with the potential for monthly incentive earnings; higher rates available for assisted hygiene.

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Inclusive coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: Robust retirement planning options to secure your financial future.
  • Short-Term Disability & Paid Maternity Leave: Supportive benefits for personal health needs and family events.

Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays: Start with over 40 hours of paid time off in your first year, with increases in subsequent years (doubles in year 2, triples in year 3).

Ongoing Training & Career Development: Access to continuous learning opportunities, including mentorship from our Dental Advisory Board and VP of Clinical Services.

  • Continuing Education: Free CE credits and professional development courses to advance your skills and career.
  • Annual Scrub Allowance: Financial support for work attire to ensure you’re well-equipped.

Engaging Social Events: Participate in company-wide and team events that foster a collaborative and enjoyable work environment.

If you are dedicated to providing outstanding patient care and eager to advance your dental career, we invite you to apply for this opportunity! Please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring the possibility of you joining our esteemed dental team.

Great Lakes Dental Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Discrimination and harassment of any kind are strictly prohibited. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dental Hygienist will perform dental cleanings, oral cancer screenings, and radiographic studies while maintaining accurate patient charts. They act as a liaison between the dentist and patients to ensure clear communication and effective treatment planning.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Registered Dental Hygienist license or be a new graduate awaiting licensure. An active CPR certification is also required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

X-ray analysisPatient communicationDental chartingClinical documentation

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$107k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Great Lakes Dental Partners holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 5 active listings.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$100k–$114kDental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $85k–$109k)29 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$107k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Illinois181 active5,776 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusIllinois healthcare professional listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 8% offer loan repayment181 active listings, Oct 2026
Great Lakes Dental Partnerssilver tier, 76/100Top Employers work-life index5 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 19 employers
7
<$110k
8
$110k-125k
5
$125k-140k
2
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
64% this job
Sign-on bonus
45% this job
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Great Lakes Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Paid Maternity Leave
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Ongoing Training & Career Development
Free CE Credits
Annual Scrub Allowance

Living in Matteson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$246k
Typical market rent
$2,192/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.