Job Details

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Consult with dentists on patient care
• Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene
• Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease
• Apply fluoride treatment
• Remove stains and deposits from teeth
• Take, develop and mount X-rays

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
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail
• Work under pressure
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Physically demanding

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
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities