Job Description

Position Summary:

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of individuals and communities in Wellington County, Dufferin County and the City of Guelph. With a vision of health and well-being for all, we strive to address the diverse health needs of our population through innovative programs and initiatives, upstream interventions and collaborative partnerships. From immunization campaigns to disease surveillance and community health promotion, our team of dedicated professionals works to ensure the well-being of everyone in our communities.



As a workplace, WDG Public Health offers a dynamic environment where passion for public health meets professional excellence. Employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health outcomes of our communities while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture. With ongoing opportunities for professional development, a commitment to work-life balance, competitive compensation and benefits and a strong sense of community within our organization, WDG Public Health is not only a great place to work but also a rewarding place to grow and thrive in your career.



Read our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan on our Careers homepage for more about our vision, mission, values, goals and priorities.



If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to make a difference in the health of our communities, we invite you to apply.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

Employer paid benefits, including extended health and dental; Defined benefit OMERS Pension Plan with 100% employer matching; Paid sick time, Short-Term Disability Plan, and Long-Term Disability Plan; EAP wellness program for individuals and family; Employer paid parking; 35-hour work week; Many opportunities for growth and development, including employer paid courses to obtain

certifications;

We value work-life balance, as such we pride ourselves on our generous vacation allowance and employee time off.


The Registered Dental Hygienist provides oral health screenings and preventive services for the mandatory Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) Program and the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) across the Wellington, Dufferin, Guelph geographic area.



The work of the Registered Dental Hygienist is governed by the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) and services may include:

Oral Health Screenings Provision of Preventive Services Providing Fluoride Varnish Applications at Elementary Schools Documentation in the Ontario Health Information Support System (OHISS) and ABELDent Health Promotion and Education Activities


Areas of Responsibility:

Informs seniors or parents of children of their client-specific treatment needs. Prioritizes and monitors children through the follow-up process as per the OPHS protocols. Determines the appropriate re-care management interval for the client. Provides health promotion and education one-to-one and in group settings. Topics may include oral hygiene, dental nutrition, and facilitating access to care. Screening of children according to the Ontario Public Health Standards and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Case management of children identified with urgent dental needs through a defined follow-up process. This includes communication with seniors and/or their caregivers and parents and/or guardians regarding the need for dental treatment and the support in accessing care. Prioritizes and monitors children through subsequent stages of the follow-up process including, consultation with community dental/medical professionals as well as internal health professionals. Referral to Family and Children Services, when applicable as per OPHS protocols. Screening of children and applying the Process of Care model in formulating a comprehensive, client-specific dental hygiene treatment plan prior to initiation of preventive services. Preventive services may include: debridement (hand/ultrasonic), selective polish, dental sealants, oral hygiene intervention, fluoride varnish application, etc. Accurately inputs and/or verifies screening findings into OHISS to initiate the school screening follow-up process. Verifies and enters relevant preventive clinical information into ABELDent (e.g., review of odontogram, entering of procedure codes, clinical notes, etc.). Ensures accuracy in documentation of clinical information used to compile and generate internal and Ministry statistical reports.

Hours of Work:

Regular office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Extended office hours may be required.

Position Effective:

July 21, 2025

Requirements:

Completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma from a recognized accredited educational institute. Registered in good standing with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (general or specialty certification) and authorized for self-initiation. Minimum of 3 years full-time clinical dental hygiene experience. Current Basic Life Support (HCP) and First Aid Certification. Valid Ontario Driver's License and access to reliable transportation. Travel within the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph geographic area is required. Proficient in taking digital radiographs. Current knowledge, experience and skills necessary to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services to children, seniors and vulnerable population groups. Demonstrated understanding and ability to apply principles of health promotion, disease/injury prevention and determinants of health. Knowledge with Ministry government assisted programs (e.g., HSO, Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program, etc.). Experience with dental software programs (e.g., ABELDent). Strong knowledge and adherence to IPAC/PIDAC measures (Public Health Ontario Instrument Reprocessing Certificate is an asset). Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Excellent clinical and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and adaptable to changing program needs. Excellent communication and time management skills. Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams). Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team setting. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to perform independently and effectively.


In accordance with the Police Vulnerable Sector Check Policy and Procedure CA.52.01.127 and CA.52.02.127, this position is required to provide and/or obtain a recent satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) at time of hire.

Closing Statement:


We thank all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.



WDG Public Health is committed to providing accommodation during the recruitment process for people in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation(s), please advise Human Resources in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. The organization will maintain the confidentiality of information related to an accommodation request and will only disclose this information with the consent of the employee or applicant.



WDG Public Health is an equal opportunity Agency. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine eligibility.



If successful in the hiring process, it is important to understand that you would be an employee of a health care organization that strongly believes in the importance of immunizations as a necessary public health measure to control the spread of infectious diseases. Subject to any duty to accommodate under the Human Rights Code of Ontario, successful applicants will be required to comply with the Agency's Immunization Policy. This policy is available upon request. Applicants who are unable to be immunized due to a valid medical contraindication must have a Statement of Medical Exemption Form completed by their primary care provider.