Registered dental hygienist

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: Experience an asset
or equivalent experience

Asset languages

Mandarin
Cantonese

Work setting

Dental practice

Tasks

Conduct initial dental assessments
Consult with dentists on patient care
Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions
Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene
Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease
Apply fluoride treatment
Remove stains and deposits from teeth
Administer local anesthetics
Take, develop and mount X-rays
Diagnose type and severity of diseases

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Repetitive tasks
Manual dexterity
Hand-eye co-ordination
Attention to detail
Sitting

Personal suitability

Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Interpersonal awareness
Team player

Screening questions

Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

Evening
Morning
On call

Employment terms options

To be determined
Day
Weekend

Health benefits

Dental plan

Other benefits

Free parking available
Team building opportunities
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 16 to 24 hours per week