Dental Hygienist - Lakeside Dental

Dentalcorp Health Services LTD.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeside Dental in Halifax is seeking a licensed dental hygienist for a part-time role to deliver preventive care, educate patients, and provide tailored treatment in a warm, patient-centered practice.

Join a collaborative team led by Drs. Drysdale and Carter, with opportunities for professional growth, flexible scheduling, and a strong commitment to high-quality care in the Halifax community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Degree is required.
• Current registration as a Dental Hygienist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body is required
• Valid CPR certification is required

Responsibilities

• Appropriately assess, plan, implement and evaluate services for patient care
• Perform all aspects of clinical preventative hygiene services including scaling, root planning, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants and whitening to patients
• Serve as an oral health educator by introducing new preventative techniques and counselling
• Establish and retain patient loyalty by delivering a tailored experience based on the patients’ expectations, while consistently maintaining ethical and professional behaviour

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Dental Hygiene Diploma or Degree

Current registration as a Dental Hygienist in good standing with provincial regulatory body

Job description

Get to Know Us

At Lakeside Dental, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation of a happy life. Located off the highway 103 in Bayers Lake, our practice is led by Dr. Ellen Drysdale and Dr. Joseph K. Carter, who are dedicated to providing high-quality, prevention-focused care in a warm and welcoming environment. We take pride in serving patients of all ages and building lasting relationships based on trust and respect. Our team is passionate about combining clinical excellence with genuine compassion. We focus on patient education and personalized treatment, empowering individuals and families to take an active role in their oral health. Every visit is designed to be a positive experience, where patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in the care they receive. Joining Lakeside Dental means becoming part of a close-knit, collaborative team that values both professional growth and community impact. We are proud to serve the Halifax community and are committed to making a meaningful difference through dentistry that is guided by respect, integrity, and excellence.

Schedule

Part-time hours Three (3) days per week - Monday, Tuesday & Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What Sets Us Apart

• Grow Without Limits: We'll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms.
• Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth.
• Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth.

Your Role

• Appropriately assess, plan, implement and evaluate services for patient care
• Perform all aspects of clinical preventative hygiene services including scaling, root planning, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants and whitening to patients
• Serve as an oral health educator by introducing new preventative techniques and counselling
• Establish and retain patient loyalty by delivering a tailored experience based on the patients’ expectations, while consistently maintaining ethical and professional behaviour

About You

• Completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Degree is required
• Current registration as a Dental Hygienist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body is required
• Valid CPR certification is required

Application Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis. Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients. We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes. We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.