Registered Dental Hygienist

Ladysmith Smiles and Nanaimo Smiles • Full-time • Ladysmith, BC, CA • C$ 55 - C$ 60 / hour • 2m ago

Job description:

The Nanaimo Smiles and Ladysmith Smiles’ team is on a mission to provide exceptional, accessible dental care in an environment that is safe, respectful and welcoming for each and every individual who walks through the door—all smiles welcome.

Who we’re looking for:

We are continuously looking for talented Registered Dental Hygienists, in both a full time and part time capacity, to join our growing dental clinics. We offer flexible hours, including opportunity to opt to work evenings and/or Saturdays. Please include your preferred availability in your cover letter.

Who we are:

As caring and dedicated dental professionals, we thrive when we are making a difference and look for ways to help our community both in, and out of the clinic. Step into either of our modern practices and you'll likely hear our team laughing, listening to music and catching up with our fellow team members and wonderful patients. We believe oral health can be fun for those in the chair and those behind it and seek opportunities to help others smile daily.

What you’ll get by joining our team:

* Access to modern dental technology and equipment. From the iTero 3D scanner to portable x-ray generators, our practices are equipped with all the modern technology (and comforts) to make caring for patients as smooth as possible.

* To help welcome you to our team, we will provide customized instrument kits with your personal input to help you take fantastic care of our patients.

* We strive to have an assistant available to help with sterilization of instruments and to help with periodontal charting.

* Supportive and inclusive work environment that allows your individual personality to shine.

*Monthly staff appreciation draw/giveaway

* Financial assistance for relocation to make your move to Vancouver Island smooth and hassle-free.

* Competitive salary based on your awesome experience and qualifications.

* Extended health care benefits

* Paid sick days + free parking + a pretty sweet coffee station (Oat milk anyone?)

* Great co-workers who genuinely love what they do and who they work with—and who enjoy celebrating any occasion possible with a sweet treat. Want to get to know our company culture a little more? Hangout with us over on social: @ladysmithsmiles and @nanaimosmiles

* Opportunity to work in both a well-established practice and a brand new, state-of-the-art facility with room for growth.

* Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. We want to invest in you and incorporate your goals into the future of our practice.

* We are located on Vancouver Island—a hard perk to top. Those of you who already live here and have undoubtedly fallen in love with the island lifestyle, we know you get it. But for those looking for an adventure and to relocate, working with us means exploring the exceptional beauty of Vancouver Island in your downtime. With the new high-speed ferry service to downtown Vancouver, there’s never been more convenient access to working on the island.

Who you are:

You are a compassionate and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist ready to step into a vital role at our modern dental practices on Vancouver Island. You provide comprehensive oral healthcare services to our patients with a kind and understanding approach. You are eager to continue your professional development, stay up to date with the latest advancements in dental hygiene practices and smile, whenever possible.

What you’ll do in this role:

* Perform exceptional dental hygiene care for patients

* Conducting oral health assessments

* Educate patients on oral health practices and answer their questions or concerns in a non judgemental, friendly manner

* Assist the team in keeping patient records up to date and complete

* Support for sterilization, room turnover, restocking and periodontal charting

In order to be considered, you have:

* Successful completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.

* Current registration and licensure as a Dental Hygienist in British Columbia.

* Strong knowledge of oral anatomy, dental diseases, and preventive oral healthcare.

* Proficiency in performing dental cleanings, oral assessments, and taking dental radiographs.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and the dental team.

* Detail-oriented and able to maintain accurate patient records.

* Ability to educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and answer their questions or concerns.

* Knowledge of dental software and technology is preferred.

Employee Highlights:

"I enjoy coming to work so much because of the people we get to work with everyday. I think it’s pretty rare to have such a cohesive group with good vibes." — Justine, Registered Dental Hygienist

“I have been given phenomenal opportunities for growth, and have learned multiple new skills. I feel well appreciated, supported, and valued working with Nadia. She’s empathetic and has a very balanced approach to work-life balance, needing time off, fair wages, and is very open to hearing how she can improve the practice.” —Esme, Office Manager

How you can apply:

Let’s talk logistics. We are so excited to get to know YOU better and are looking for new smiles to join our team as soon as possible. To apply please send us your cover letter and email to hiring(at) vanislesmiles (dot) com with RDH in the subject line. Please also include what makes you smile outside work in your cover letter (Hint: we will be looking for those who noticed this Easter egg).

Nanaimo Smiles and Ladysmith Smiles are people-first focused, and that means we want to get to know the person behind the resume. We are an equal opportunity employer—this isn’t just a formality, but an integral part of our practice’s core values. We celebrate and embrace our differences and our diverse backgrounds. If you require assistance or accommodations during any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at hiring (at) vanislesmiles (dot) com.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $55.00-$60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

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