Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$55-$60/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
General Overview
Dental Hygienist - Wilmette Family Dental
At Wilmette Family Dental, we believe dental care should be enjoyable, informative, and never stressful. Dr. Stella and our team have created a welcoming, patient-centered environment where both patients and team members thrive.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a compassionate, patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team as a valued provider and partner in delivering exceptional care.
- Compensation & Schedule
- $55-$60/hour based on experience
- Lucrative uncapped bonus program
- Enjoy flexibility of ANY 4-days of your choice
Schedule: Monday 8 AM–4:30 PM
- Tuesday 8 AM–4:30 PM
- Wednesday 7 AM–2 PM
- Thursday 8 AM–7 PM
- Friday 8 AM–3 PM
- Saturday 8am-2pm (If available 1st & 3rd Sat of each month)Sunday Closed
- 60-minute lunch break
- Why You'll Love Working Here!
You're a Provider
- We trust our hygienists to practice at the top of their license and play a key role in patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Industry-Leading Growth Opportunities
- Exceptional continuing education opportunities
- Mentorship and peer collaboration
- Ongoing professional development support
Modern Technology
Work with advanced technology and tools that help you deliver outstanding patient care efficiently and confidently.
Comprehensive Benefits
Available for Both Full-time and Part-time Team Members
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical benefits
- Pet insurance
- Mental wellness resources
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee discount programs
Positive Team Culture
Join a supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and delivering an outstanding patient experience every day.
If you're looking for a practice that values your expertise, invests in your growth, and gives you the work-life balance you deserve, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help us continue creating healthier smiles in our community!
Responsibilities
As a Dental Hygienist, you will identify opportunities to discuss oral health hygiene of our patients as it relates to the mouth-body connection, including:
- Review and update dental x-rays and chart notes while maintaining dental equipment and x-ray machine.
- Record detailed narratives and probing depths for claims.
- Ensure OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
- Sterilize and maintain dental supplies.
- Successfully complete Scaling and Root Planning and/or Prophylaxis.
- Excel with placing fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Serve as a point of escalation for both patient and team relations.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and the team.
Qualifications
- What are the must haves to join the team?
- Ability to empathize and provide top-notch, positive, patient care while connecting with our diverse patient base.
- A degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license.
- CPR certification.
Certification in Local Anesthesia Administration
Our team is committed to excellence in all aspects of patient care and dentistry. We believe in the importance of patient relationships built on mutual respect, kindness and trust. If exceptional care and a healthy work culture appeals to you, we would love to meet you. Apply today!
Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
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 ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k 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, 45% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.7 / 10 · above average in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $114k–$125k | Dental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $88k–$109k)32 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$120k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Illinois | 182 active | 5,813 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Illinois healthcare professional listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 8% offer loan repayment182 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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