registered dental hygienist

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week

Education: College/CEGEP

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Dental hygiene/hygienist

or equivalent experience

Work setting

Dental practice

Tasks

Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions

Take dental impressions

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

Apply and remove temporary dressings

Diagnose type and severity of diseases

Perform routine extraction of teeth

Remove sutures

Fill cavities

Perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist

Replace portions of crowns and perform other restoration techniques

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body

Security and safety

Basic security clearance

Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Personal suitability

Accurate

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal awareness

Team player

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Are you available for shift or on-call work?

Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?

Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Do you have experience working in this field?

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

Employment terms options

Morning

Day

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan