Job Description

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for one (1) temporary casual Dental Hygienist to work on the Oral Health & Clinical Support Services team in our London and Strathroy clinics.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Associate Manager, Oral Health & Clinical Support Services, the incumbent will:



Provide preventive and clinical dental hygiene services to children, youth, and seniors in a public health clinic; Provide dental education & maintain dental records; Maintain standards of practice, with particular attention to dental disinfection and sterilization procedures; Participate in community dental education activities; Provide services to seniors under government-assisted programs; Provide all clinical services that a dental hygienist is legally permitted to carry out, including: provision of topical fluorides, placement of sealants, dental prophylaxis, and scaling; and, Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario; Completion of a diploma in Dental Hygiene; Baccalaureate degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field is an asset; Current knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services; Current CPR certification; Previous experience working with children, seniors, and vulnerable populations in a clinical setting; Experience working in the Public Health sector is preferred; Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work independently and take initiative; Technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office Suite, and database software; Experience with ABELDent and Oral Health Information Support System (OHISS) is an asset; Skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse population, has knowledge of health inequities. Possession of a valid Class "G" Ontario Driver's License and use of a vehicle for work-related purposes OR the ability to arrange for transportation to multiple locations in London and Middlesex County; and, Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other language is highly desirable.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $34.40 to $42.97 based on qualifications and experience.



To apply to this position, please go to www.healthunit.com and select "Apply Now" and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by October 23, 2025. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.