RDH - Registered Dental Hygienist

West Market Dental • Full-time • Calgary, Alberta, Canada • C$ 58 - C$ 64 / hour • 22h ago

Job Summary
West Market Dental, located just above Sunterra Market in the SW area of Signal Hill, is looking for an experienced RDH (min 2-3 yrs experience) to cover a 9-12mos (open ended) medical leave position starting Feb23/26. We are a well established and fully digital progressive family practice with 3 Dentists and 4 hygienists. Like sleeping in? The position is Mon-Thurs, hours are Mon-Wed 10am-7pm and Thurs 7am-3:30pm. We offer more than the average dental clinic including competitive wages, a very generous Health Spending Account, uniform allowance, staff lunches and best of all - underground heated parking in the suburbs!! Looking for someone who is team oriented, strong communication skills, punctual, reliable and preferably with Dentrix experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

Duties

Perform dental prophylaxis, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup
Take and develop dental radiographs as needed for diagnosis and treatment planning
Provide patient education on oral hygiene practices and preventive care strategies
Assist in the application of sealants and fluoride treatments
Document patient information accurately using Dentrix or similar dental management software
Support the dental team during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety
Manage infection control protocols in compliance with IPAC standards
Coordinate with the dentist regarding treatment plans and patient progress
Maintain a clean, organized operatories and sterilize instruments according to protocol

Requirements

Valid license as a Dental Hygienist
Experience with Dentrix or similar dental office management software is preferred
Knowledge of orthodontics, pediatrics, and general dentistry procedures is a plus
Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse patient populations
Prior experience in a dental office setting, especially with dental assisting or pediatric patients, is advantageous
Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages
Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to dentistry and oral health care
Ability to work well within a team-oriented environment while maintaining professionalism and compassion

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58.00-$64.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

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