Dental Hygienist

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

Dental Hygienist I or Dental Hygienist II

Are you passionate about pediatric dentistry and dedicated to providing exceptional care to children? We are seeking a talented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Child & Teen Dental Clinic. Enjoy a rewarding career with highly competitive benefits and excellent work-life balance. At our clinic, you'll have the opportunity to focus solely on patient care without the pressure of production quotas, ensuring a supportive and fulfilling environment. Join us in making a difference in children's dental health!

Duties and Responsibilities include:
* Performs a complete dental prophylactic service that includes exams, cleanings, appropriate x-rays, fluoride treatments and OHI (oral hygiene instruction); performs clinical tasks such as documenting and recording procedures performed; performs x-rays, full-mouth periodontal charting and oral cancer screenings for children ages 0-19.
* Administers approved caries prevention treatments such as sealants to tooth surfaces.
* Administers caries arresting medicaments such as silver diamine fluoride.
* Educates on the condition of oral health, options for treatment, effects of treating and/or not treating; provides home care instructions including nutritional counseling.
* Prepares patient room by restocking, sterilizing, and disinfecting equipment after each use in accordance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
* Performs basic office tasks such as filing, checking-in/out patients and scheduling appointments.
* Provides public awareness of dental care issues in environments such as schools, health fairs, and other public forums.
* Provides preventive dental care in alternative settings including K-12 schools.
* Mentor pre-dental and community health interns from University of Illinois
* Performs other duties as required.

Requirements for Dental Hygienist I:
* Certificate or diploma from a school of dental hygiene approved by the Department of Professional Regulation.
* Current license to practice as a dental hygienist in the State of Illinois.
* A valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance is required.
* Willing to obtain Public Health Dental Hygienist Certification within 1 year of employment with CUPHD.
* After completion of probationary period, a flexible or part-time remote work schedule may be considered.
* The expected annual starting salary is $60,542 Full annual salary for a Class 6 Dental Hygienist I is $51,525 - $69,559 for a 40-hour week.

Requirements for Dental Hygienist II:
* Certificate or diploma from a school of dental hygiene approved by the Department of Professional Regulation.
* Current license to practice as a dental hygienist in the State of Illinois.
* A valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance is required.
* A Public Health Dental Hygienist certification and willing to work under a collaborative agreement with our dentist
* After completion of probationary period, a flexible or part-time remote work schedule may be considered.
* The expected annual starting salary is $64,131. Full annual salary for a Class 7 Dental Hygienist II is $57,260 - $77,301 for a 40-hour week.

CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

* Health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee's first day of employment
* 14 paid holidays per year
* 12 sick days earned per year
* 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment with additional paid time off based on years of service
* short-term and long-term disability benefits
* comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at?CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. For full consideration, you must complete the application process.

Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at laragon@c-uphd.org. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.?

CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2024 and beyond) COVID-19 and influenza (seasonally). Vaccinations taken prior to September 2024 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof of vaccinations or a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

The recruitment will remain open until filled; however, it will not close prior to March 25, 2025. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.

Posted March 11, 2025