Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Full-Time
Listed compensation
$50-$52/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
The Staff Pad has partnered with a leading dental clinic in Chicago, IL and we are looking to hire a dependable and patient centred Registered Dental Hygienist to promote oral health through through preventive care, patient education, and ongoing support.
In this role, Working alongside our dentists and dental team, you will help deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative and welcoming environment.
Schedule: Full-time
Why This Opportunity?
- Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development
- Mentorship, peer support, specialty training, and continuing education
- Opportunities to advance your skills and career at your own pace
- What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care
- Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and preventive treatments
- Take and develop dental X-rays
- Screen patients for oral cancer and other dental conditions
- Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and observations
- Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe, sterile environment
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
What We're Looking For
- Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Current and valid state dental hygiene license
- Dental radiography certification
- Ability to perform thorough dental hygiene assessments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care
What You Can Expect
- Clinical Autonomy
- Competitive Compensation
- Potential Sign-On Bonus
- Comprehensive Training and Continuing Education
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Mentorship and Peer Support
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending (FSA), Health Savings (HSA), and Dependent Care Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Exclusive Employee Perks, Discounts, and Pet Insurance
A Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment
If you're a Registered Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your dental hygiene career!
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess a current, valid state dental hygiene license. Additionally, a dental radiography certification and strong interpersonal skills are required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
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 ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 38% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $104k–$108k | Dental Hygienist median $109k (middle half $92k–$111k)109 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$106k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygiene listings in Illinois | 90 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in Illinois | 184 active | 5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 38% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Illinois healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment184 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 777 in the last 30 days | 462 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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