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Palatine, Illinois

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

starting at $50+/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus + Monthly Bonus Opportunities

Are you looking for a practice where you'll feel supported, valued, and excited to come to work each day? At Palatine Dental Associates, we're growing and looking for a compassionate, patient-focused part-time Dental Hygienist to join our team.

Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a recent graduate ready to begin your career, you'll find a welcoming environment where teamwork, mentorship, and quality patient care come first. Our modern office features up-to-date technology, supportive doctors, and a positive culture that lets you focus on what you do best: building lasting relationships and helping patients achieve healthier smiles.

We understand what today's hygienists are looking for: flexibility, work-life balance, professional support, and an office culture where every team member is appreciated. That's exactly what we strive to provide.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive compensation starting at $50+ per hour
  • Up to $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Monthly bonus opportunities
  • Supportive doctors who value collaboration and clinical excellence
  • Modern office equipped with updated technology
  • Friendly, team-oriented atmosphere focused on patient care
  • Mentorship and professional growth opportunities, especially for new graduates
  • A culture where your contributions are recognized and appreciated

Schedule: Part-time

1-3 days per week

What We're Looking For

  • Active Illinois Dental Hygiene License
  • Passion for providing exceptional patient care
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

Join a Team That Invests in You

At Palatine Dental Associates, we're committed to creating an environment where our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. If you're looking for a practice that values your skills, supports your growth, and prioritizes a positive workplace culture, we'd love to meet you.

  • Apply today and discover why Palatine Dental Associates is a great place to build your dental hygiene career.
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Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, patient-focused dental hygiene care in a modern office setting. Build lasting relationships with patients while helping them achieve healthier smiles.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Illinois Dental Hygiene License. Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset are required for this role.

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 ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 41 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 41% have no call, 59% require no weekends.

How does Dental compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104kDental Hygienist median $109k (middle half $102k–$111k)34 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$104k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in Illinois90 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Illinois184 active5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 41% no call · 59% no weekends41 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$2k sign-onIllinois healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment184 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings777 in the last 30 days462 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Illinois figures use all dental hygienists: too few Illinois Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 26 employers
10
<$105k
9
$105k-120k
3
$120k-135k
9
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

36 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
92%
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
36% this job
Loan repayment
3%
PSLF eligible
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist

Independence Dental Services · Chicago, Illinois

$70-$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Bluebird Family Dentistry - Northglenn · Northglenn, Colorado

$65 an hour
#3

Dental Hygienist (Welcoming Bonus)

$55-$60/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist (RDH)- Fridays Only!

$55/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% 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 Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Carrollton, Texas
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $2,000 sign-on bonus
Monthly bonus opportunities
Mentorship and professional growth opportunities
Modern office with updated technology

Living in Palatine

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,895/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 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.