Who Are We:
At Huron Dental Group, you will work alongside a collaborative and experienced team in a friendly environment where patient relationships, teamwork, and professional growth are highly valued. Our team works closely together to ensure patients receive the highest level of care while maintaining a supportive and positive work environment.
We are committed to supporting our team through ongoing continuing education opportunities, allowing you to stay current with best practices and continue to grow and develop in your career as a hygienist.
As a Dental Group, we are also proud to support our community through charitable initiatives and outreach, reflecting our belief that great dental care extends beyond the clinic. This is a great opportunity for a Dental Hygienist who enjoys building strong patient relationships while contributing to a practice dedicated to high quality dental care, community involvement, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview:
Join the team at Wallaceburg Dental Care and become part of a supportive, patient focused practice that values both clinical excellence and a positive workplace culture.
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Hygienist who is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. In this role, you will provide preventive hygiene care, perform periodontal assessments, deliver scaling and root planning, and educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices. You will play an important role in supporting overall patient health while helping create a comfortable and welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our doors.
The Dental Hygienist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for providing preventative dental care, patient education, and treatment under the direction of a dentist. This role focuses on maintaining oral health, identifying potential oral issues, and supporting overall patient well-being in a safe, professional, and compassionate environment.
Core Competencies
- Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, instruments, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to infection control and safety protocols.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a dental team.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for assessing oral health and implementing preventive strategies.
- Time management and organizational skills to manage patient schedules efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive dental hygiene assessments, including medical histories, oral health evaluations, and risk assessments.
- Perform scaling, root planning, prophylaxis, and other preventative dental procedures.
- Take and interpret dental radiographs as permitted under Ontario regulations.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventative care, nutrition, and lifestyle factors affecting oral health.
- Identify early signs of dental disease and collaborate with the dentist for treatment planning.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in compliance with privacy and regulatory standards.
- Adhere strictly to infection control, sterilization, and safety procedures.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices.
Qualifications:
- Current registration as a Dental Hygienist with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO).
- Diploma or degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
- Current certification in CPR (Basic Life Support) and other required health and safety certifications.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide compassionate care.
- Familiarity with dental software and electronic patient records is an asset.
Work Conditions:
- Work is primarily performed in a dental clinic environment.
- Requires standing for extended periods and performing repetitive manual tasks.
- Exposure to potential hazards such as infectious materials, dental instruments, and cleaning chemicals; strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.
- Collaborative team environment with support staff, dentists, and administrative personnel.
- You must be fully permitted to live and work in either Canada
Pay Transparency Note:
While a salary range is provided for this role, final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
This role is a current opening within Huron Dental Group, As part of our hiring process, we may use automated or artificial intelligence tools to help review and screen applications.
Huron Dental Group is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, and we encourage candidates to let us know if support is needed at any stage.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value the diversity of perspectives and experiences that strengthen our workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Thank you to all applicants for your interest; only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50.00-$55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you currently registered and in good standing with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
- How many years of clinical dental hygiene experience do you have in a dental practice setting?
- Which dental software systems have you used previously? (i.e. Tracker)
- Are you available to work evenings and/or weekends if required by the clinic schedule?
Work Location: In person
