Dental Hygienist Jobs Chicago
July 21st, 2009
In reviewing what is available for dental hygienists in Chicago, we find that there remains about a 50/50 split between full time and part time job offerings. Salaries remain relatively consistent. With a growing number of inexperienced or new dental hygienists in the field, however, a growing number of posts are calling for experienced hygienists and promising a good salary to attract the talent. One way newly certified dental hygienists can combat this trend would be to clearly lay out your ‘personal’ resume. Demonstrate how responsible, committed, and competent you are. Obviously, you cannot simply say these words, but you need to truly market yourself with good evidence to back it up.
I recently moved to Chicago and was searching for a job as an RDH. I have a bachelor’s degree and 3.5 years experience. I searched for a job for a total of 1 day and received 3 interviews and was offered a job at the end of the day. I put A LOT of work into my resume. I also think I have a good personality and am fairly attractive which for sure helps in the dental market. I think girls here make anywhere form 30-50 per hour. I make $40.
I also have to say that over 70 RDHs applied for the job I ended up taking. There were 30 interviews and 10 working interviews given. Competition is STEEP!