Dental Hygienist (Part-time)

***This position is for Monday and/or Wednesday.

We are looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand, great bedside manner and are charismatic we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities
Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take X-rays or dental digital impressions and intraoral photos.

Maintain documentation and charts on each patient.

Monitor supplies.

Skills
Proven experience as Dental Hygienist.

In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Registered Dental Hygiene
Valid licence to practice
Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Experience:
dental hygiene: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person