Dental Hygienist

Original job posting

The role involves instructing patients on oral hygiene and performing clinical tasks such as cleaning gums and applying fluoride treatments. Additionally, the hygienist is responsible for taking, developing, and mounting X-rays.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Other trades certificate or diploma Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Willing to relocate Dental practice Responsibilities Tasks Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease Apply fluoride treatment 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 Security and safety Criminal record check Work conditions and physical capabilities Manual dexterity Hand-eye co-ordination Attention to detail Sitting Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills

What you’ll do

The role involves instructing patients on oral hygiene and performing clinical tasks such as cleaning gums and applying fluoride treatments. Additionally, the hygienist is responsible for taking, developing, and mounting X-rays.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a trade certificate or diploma and hold a valid license from the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body. A criminal record check is required for security and safety purposes.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Manual dexterity · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Oral Hygiene Instruction
• Gum Cleaning
• Fluoride Treatment
• X-ray Development
• Manual Dexterity
• Hand-eye Coordination
• Attention To Detail
• Client Focus
• Interpersonal Skills

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Trades