- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
No experience (will train)
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Dental practice
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Conduct initial dental assessments
- Consult with dentists on patient care
- Take dental impressions
- Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene
- Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease
- Apply fluoride treatment
- Remove stains and deposits from teeth
- Take, develop and mount X-rays
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body