Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
- Dental hygiene/hygienist
Experience
Experience an asset
Work setting
- Dental practice
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease
- Remove stains and deposits from teeth
- Apply fluoride treatment
- Take, develop and mount X-rays
- Administer local anesthetics
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body
Additional information
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Team player