dental hygienist

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Dental practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct initial dental assessments
• Consult with dentists on patient care
• 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
• Fill cavities
• Perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body

Additional information

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available