Smile Programs·Chicago, Illinois
The Registered Dental Hygienist will provide preventive dental care, including cleanings and sealants, to underserved children at school sites. They are also responsible for documenting patient services and providing oral health education to students.
Overview Dentistry with a work-life balance Make a difference while doing what you love If you’re looking for a career opportunity at a competitive salary while helping kids in need, let’s talk.
Smile Illinois, a school-based mobile dental practice, is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas to help provide dental care to underserved children at their school.
Our innovative in school dental program offers something different than a traditional dental practice.
With a workday that ends with the school day and no nights or weekends, our program is perfect for people looking for a diverse and different working environment, working parents and anyone who wants to make a difference in the dental field.
Sound interesting?
Call or text Michael at 855-957-4375 or email mbannigan@mobiledentists.com (If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.) Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Qualifications: Active RDH License Working experience as a Dental Hygienist CPR or BLS certification Works well with children Ability to work well on a small team and in a fast-paced environment Organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and willing to travel within the county Ability to lift and carry equipment for set-up and take-down (up to 50 lbs) Able to walk up flights of stairs on certain occasions, some schools may not have an elevator Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Responsibilities: Assist with oral health management of all patients-being a team player at all times Verify the identity of patient using name and date of birth prior to administering treatment, place your initials on the medical chart indicating that verification was made.
Obtain oral health assessment of each patient [new-baseline; follow-up patient] Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards.
Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing)+) Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart.
Daily travel to and from school sites Smile Illinois Offers: Evenings, weekends and summers off!
Working a school day schedule (about 6 – 7 hours); on average between 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Benefit package (health, dental, vision) Travel Pay Unique work experience and flexible scheduling Full and part time positions Competitive compensation State-of-the-art portable dental equipment Latest technology & digital radiography Want to learn more?
Call or text Michael at 855-957-4375 or email mbannigan@mobiledentists.com (If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.)
Smile Programs…the mobile dentists is the nation’s leading in-school dental program founded more than two decades ago by two moms, who happen to also be dentists. The founders saw a tremendous need among underserved school aged children who did not have easy access to dental care and who often suffered from poor oral hygiene, tooth decay, pain and associated health problems. Knowing that many parents could not take their children to the dentist due to issues including time off from work and transportation challenges, they sought to bring the care to the need. Using the latest technology in portable equipment, a team of dedicated dental professionals provide preventive and restorative dental care to children right at school. Our flexibility and expertise allow us to transform classrooms, auditoriums, gyms or other suitable areas into fully functional dental offices for the day. Every year, through its devoted group of dental professionals, Smile Programs…the mobile dentists puts happy, healthy smiles on over 500,000 children from coast to coast. Join us in our mission to bring smiles and good oral health to where they are needed. Call or text us at 855-957-4375 or email jobs@mobiledentists.com. You’ll be glad you did. Rewarding Work. Competitive Compensation. Smile Programs. Smile Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Candidates must hold an active RDH license and possess current CPR or BLS certification. The role requires the ability to work well with children, travel to various school locations, and lift up to 50 lbs of dental equipment.
Market context
Registered Dental Hygienist positions in Illinois are typically in steady demand because practices rely on hygienists for preventive care, patient education, and efficient chairside support. This role is competitive when candidates bring an accredited dental hygiene degree, a current Illinois license, radiography certification, and strong interpersonal skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license and certification details before applying.