Personal Suitability

Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Work Setting Dental practice

Dental Therapist Specific Skills

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, develop and mount X-rays; Remove stains and deposits from teeth; Perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist; 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 7 months to less than 1 year

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

Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English