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Great Lakes Dental Partners
Valparaiso, Indiana

Registered Dental Hygienist

DentalNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

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Job Description

Join Our Team at Valparaiso Family Dentistry!

At Valparaiso Family Dentistry, 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.

Your Office Schedule

  • Monday 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 08:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 08:00 am - 12:00 pm

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 high-quality preventive care.

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

Patient communicationDental chartingClinical documentation

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana 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 71/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs · 18 employers

7
<$110k
10
$110k-125k
5
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
73% this job
Sign-on bonus
36%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist

Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$65-$70/hr
#4

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Dental Hygienist listings

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

  • No weekends

Living in Valparaiso

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$335k
Typical market rent
$1,437/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Great Lakes Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Paid Maternity Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays