Registered Dental Hygienist
Practice: Hillcrest Dental
Location: Richmond Hill
Website: https://www.hillcrest-dental.com/
Role Type: Part-Time
Role Hours: Saturdays (8:30am-2:30pm)
Job Overview
Hillcrest Dental is a family-friendly, patient-centered, moderndental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
We are seeking a caring, detail-oriented, and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about preventive care, educating patients, and building lasting relationships that support long-term oral health. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative clinical team and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care including assessments, scaling, root planing, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
- Perform periodontal evaluations and document findings accurately.
- Take digital radiographs according to practice protocols.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and treatment plans.
- Maintain strict infection control and sterilization procedures (IPAC compliance).
- Collaborate closely with dentists and the clinical team to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient charts using [Practice Management Software].
- Ensure operatory cleanliness, organization, and readiness for each patient.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive patient experience at every visit.
Qualifications
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in good standing with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
- Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
- Current CPR/BLS certification (required).
- Strong knowledge of periodontal therapy and preventive care.
- Experience with digital radiography and hygiene-specific tools.
- Familiarity with dental software such as Dentrix, Tracker, Abeldent, Paradigm, Cleardent, or similar (asset).
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Strong attention to detail, clinical accuracy, and infection-control compliance.
- Positive, compassionate, and team-oriented approach.
Practice Snapshot
Practice Name: Hillcrest Dental
Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario
Operatories
- Total Operatories:11
- Hygiene Operatories: 6
- Dentist (DDS) Operatories: 5
Clinical Team Structure
- Number of Hygienists per Day:
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- Monday: 5
- Tuesday: 6
- Wednesday: 6
- Thursday: 6
- Friday: 6
- Saturday: 3
- Specialty Services Offered: Periodontics (2× per month), Endodontics (2× per month), Oral Surgery (1× per month)
Office Environment & Culture
We are a modern dental office with a friendly, experienced team and many long-standing employees. We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, team-oriented workplace and are committed to providing the highest quality care for our patients.
Technology & Software
- Practice Management Software: Tracker
- Digital Tools: iTero
Neighborhood Highlights / Landmarks
Located within Hillcrest Mall in Richmond Hill, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, and ample parking for both patients and team members.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $50.00–$55.00 per hour
- Compensation is commensurate with experience and skills.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're looking to join a team that is rooted in trust, guided by excellence, and committed to elevating patient care through innovation and digital dentistry, this is the place for you. We are a values-driven organization that empowers our teams, invests in growth, and embraces modern technology to deliver a truly exceptional patient experience.
If you want to make a meaningful impact every day, be supported by a collaborative culture, and grow your career within a forward-thinking dental network, we would love to meet you. Apply now and grow your career with us.
Work Location: In person
