registered dental hygienist

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

Job summary

A governmental organization in Richmond seeks a qualified Dental Hygienist to conduct assessments and provide patient care in a dental practice environment. Applicants must hold the appropriate licensure and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role involves supervising dental assistants and performing tasks such as cleaning teeth and taking X-rays. Work is on-site with no remote option available.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in a dental practice is an asset.
• Credentialed with the appropriate provincial licensure.
• Ability to supervise and instruct dental assistants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial dental assessments.
• Consult with dentists on patient care.
• Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene.
• Take, develop and mount X-rays.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate or equivalent experience

Dental Hygienists Licensure

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

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

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• 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 Other benefits

• Free parking available