Dental Hygienist (Temporary full time until Feb 2026)

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  • CompanyMiddlesex London Health Unit
  • Job TypeHealth
  • Required ExperiencePrevious experience working with children, seniors, and vulnerable populations in a clinical setting. Experience working in the Public Health sector is preferred.
  • Job TypeContract
  • Education / CredentialsRegistered 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.
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline01/21/2025

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Job Description

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for a temporary full-time Dental Assistant to work on the Oral Health team in our Citi Plaza clinic.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Associate Manager, Oral Health and Clinical Support Services, the incumbent will:  Provide preventive and clinical dental hygiene services to children, youth and seniors in a public health clinic; Responsible for conducting oral screening for clinic clients and school children in elementary schools; Document existing conditions requiring treatment and contact parents and/or guardians to inform them of required treatment; Provide dental education & maintain dental records; Prepare screening sites; 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.

Experience and Qualifications

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 $33.40 to $41.72 based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

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 January 21, 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.