Dental Hygienist - Smyth Dental Centre

Dentalcorp Health Services LTD.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Smyth Dental Centre in Ottawa is seeking a Dental Hygienist for a one-year fixed-term role, Monday to Friday 8:00am–4:00pm with one Saturday per month. The position offers competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive total-rewards package within a patient-centered, modern practice.

You will provide preventative hygiene services, educate patients on oral health, and contribute to a supportive team focused on high standards of care. Legally eligible to work in Canada; CPR required.

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 in good standing with provincial regulatory body

Job description

Get to Know Us

Smyth Dental Centre has proudly served the Ottawa community for over 40 years, delivering comprehensive, patient-focused dental care in a welcoming and professional environment. Our long-standing reputation is built on clinical excellence, compassion, and a commitment to building lasting relationships with the families we serve. We offer a full range of dental services, including preventive care, restorative dentistry, cosmetic treatments, orthodontics, dental implants, TMJ therapy, and sedation options, allowing our team to provide comprehensive care under one roof. Our clinic is equipped with modern technology and supported by experienced professionals who are dedicated to continuous learning and high standards of practice. With convenient scheduling options, a patient-centered approach, and a commitment to quality, Smyth Dental Care continues to be a trusted provider in Ottawa and a place where dental professionals can build rewarding, long-term careers.

Schedule: One year fixed term Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. One Saturday a month.

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

The wage for this Dental Hygienist position is $50-$58/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. Please note that this is a replacement job opening.

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.