Dental Hygienist (Part-time

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 part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Child & Teen Dental Clinic. We're looking for a dependable, licensed dental hygienist who values flexibility and wants to be part of a collaborative public health team. We're seeking someone who can commit to working at least eight (8) hours per week, but beyond that, we're flexible.

Whether you're looking for 20 hours per week, three afternoons per week, or another consistent schedule, we'd love to talk with you. We recognize that everyone's availability is different, and we're committed to building a schedule that works for both you and our patients.

• 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.

• 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.
• The expected starting hourly is $35.00. Full hourly salary for a Class 7 Dental Hygienist I is $35.00 - 37.91. The selected candidate will have the flexibility to set their standard work week starting at 8 hours up to 20 hours.

• CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees an additional $3.00 per hour, upon approval.
  • Eligible employees may complete language proficiency testing upon hire and can begin receiving the stipend as soon as they are approved.
• Paid holidays pro‑rated
• Sick days earned pro‑rated
• Paid time off earned in the first year of employment with additional paid time off based on years of service pro‑rated

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.

All employees must be fully vaccinated with the most‑up‑to‑date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally). All other vaccinations are highly recommended but not mandatory. Vaccinationstaken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Proof of vaccinationsmust be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

The recruitment will remain open until filled; however, it will not close prior to August 17, 2026. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.

Posted August 3, 2026