Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Dental practice. 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. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body. 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. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Weekend. Other benefits: Free parking available.