Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Sitting

Security and Safety

Immunization records; Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work Setting Dental practice

Dental Therapist Specific Skills

Take dental impressions; Take, develop and mount X-rays; Remove stains and deposits from teeth; Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene; Conduct initial dental assessments and consult with dentists on patient care; Apply fluoride treatment

Dental Hygienist Specific Skills

Take dental impressions; Take, develop and mount X-rays; Remove stains and deposits from teeth; Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene; Conduct initial dental assessments and consult with dentists on patient care; Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease; Apply fluoride treatment

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English