Job Overview The Dental Hygiene position at Highland Dental Centre provides preventative hygiene services and patient education in a practice serving the Pictou County area. The role involves direct patient care, oral health promotion, and delivering high quality preventive treatments within a contemporary, technology‑driven setting.

Responsibilities - Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care services.
Perform clinical preventative hygiene services including scaling, root planning, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants, and whitening.
Serve as an oral health educator by introducing new preventive techniques and counselling patients.
Establish and retain patient loyalty by delivering a tailored experience aligned with patients’ expectations while maintaining ethical and professional behavior.

Qualifications - Completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Degree.




Current registration as a Dental Hygienist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body.
Valid CPR certification.

Advantages Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching, and a comprehensive total‑rewards package that includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Schedule

Mondays to Thursdays or Tuesdays to Fridays, 4 days per week. 5 days per week available if preferred. Working hours 8:00am – 4:00pm. EEO & Diversity Statement Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

The Highland Dental

Centre is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

📌 Dental Hygienist Highland Dental Centre Halifax Regional Municipality
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