******Minimum One Year's Experience Required*******
Grandview Dental Clinic is two leading dental clinics, one in East Scarborough and the other in Oshawa. We are looking to hire a licensed permanent Dental Hygienist for the East Scarborough (Port Union) clinic.
The office is paperless and digital and the practice has a professional and friendly work environment, opportunities for growth, and state-of-the-art equipment.
. The candidate will work on Saturdays to start with. The candidate should have at least 1 year of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
Responsibilities
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
- Sterilize dental instruments properly
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
- Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries, or periodontitis
- Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
- Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
- Take X-rays or dental impressions
- Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
Requirements and skills
- Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role - REQUIRED ONE YEAR
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
- Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
- Outstanding communication skills
- A patient friendly personality
- Attention to detail
- Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
- Valid licence to practice
ABOUT US:
Grandview Dental Clinics are conveniently located at Scarborough (Port Union) and Oshawa (Harmony and Rossland). We are a patient-centered family dental practice. The dental staff provides the best dental care at an affordable price in a comfortable environment (with free Wi-Fi, free beverages, big-screen TVs, magazines, a kid’s area, etc.). Grandview Dental Clinic has a team of expert dentists in Oshawa & Scarborough. Referrals from satisfied dental patients have been the cornerstone of our dental practice.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00-$50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Canadian Dental Hygienist : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Work Permit in Canada (required)
- Dental Hygienist License in Canada (required)
Work Location: In person
