registered dental hygienist

Government of Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is looking for a skilled dental hygienist in Richmond, Canada. The successful candidate will conduct dental assessments, supervise staff, and instruct patients on oral hygiene. Candidates must have a College certificate and Dental Hygienists Licensure, along with a strong focus on client communication and manual dexterity. This position requires on-site work without remote options and offers benefits including a dental plan and team-building opportunities.

Benefits

Dental plan

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body is mandatory.
• Experience in dental practice is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial dental assessments and consult with dentists.
• Supervise dental assistants and instruct patients on oral hygiene.
• Perform dental procedures such as cleaning and applying fluoride treatment.

Skills

Client focus

Manual dexterity

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal awareness

Attention to detail

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma

Dental Hygienists Licensure

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Asset languages

• Mandarin
• Cantonese

Work setting

• Dental practice

Responsibilities Tasks

• Conduct initial dental assessments
• Consult with dentists on patient care
• Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions
• 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
• Diagnose type and severity of diseases

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities