Job Description

Dr. John Strong Dentistry Professional Corporation

This position is for two or three days per week (to be chosen by the RDH) during the following hours:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:40am - 4:30 pm

This is a contract maternity leave position expected to run for 12 months.

Our office typically has 70 minute time slots for adult hygiene appointments. Instruments are reprocessed by a separate/dedicated staff member.

Registered Dental Hygienist - and Responsibilities

Dental hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and information related to the prevention of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. Dental hygienists work as a member of the dental team to create and maintain an office environment conducive to the provision of dental care. Dental hygienists interact directly with patients to review health information, provide care, book appointments and provide education on oral health.

Core Competencies

Time management Problem solving Teamwork Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Operating equipment Ethics and integrity Accountability and dependability Providing consultation Coaching and mentoring Developmental and ongoing learning Following regulatory guidelines, laws, rules and regulations
Registered Dental Hygienist Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

-Greeting, screening and seating of patients.

-Recording and updating medical history.

-Removing plaque and calculus from teeth.

-Polishing teeth.

-Taking radiographs when directed by the treating dentist.

-Educating patients on various aspects of oral health and hygiene.

-Assessing periodontal health using various techniques such as assessment of colour and consistency of tissue, periodontal probing, bleeding, and gingival recession measurements.

-Accurately recording findings and treatment in the patient record.

-Booking subsequent appointments.

-Cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments.

-Cleaning and disinfecting treatment rooms between patients.

-Preparing patient care areas.

-Assisting with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage, and other office duties when needed.

-Participate in meetings, providing input and suggestions.

-Participate in continuing education activities as required.

-Assist in orientation of new staff.

-Work as a team and assist other staff members when you are available.

- Administer topical anaesthetics, antimicrobial, remineralization or desensitization agents.

-Complete oral cancer screenings including feeling lymph nodes under patient's chin and assessment of introral and extraoral tissues of the orofacial complex.

-Routine housekeeping duties to keep the office presentable through the day. o Follow Office Policies and Procedures on: WHMIS, Health and Safety, PHIPA, Disabilities and Accessibility, Infection Control and Prevention, and Safe, Handling of Sharps.

-Routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment (ultrasonics, Cavitrons, autoclaves, lubricating of handpieces, sharpening hand scalers and instruments)

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Dental Hygiene Program Maintain license to practice in Ontario with the CDHO CPR certification
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $45.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 24 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Flexible schedule
Licence/Certification:

Dental Hygienist License (required)
Work Location: In person