Dental Hygienist, Ambulatory Care – Permanent Casual

Compensation Pay Range: $42.34-$52.38

Position Summary

The Dental Hygienist conducts recall and hygiene appointments and performs intra-oral work during orthodontic clinics.

Responsibilities

• Put patient and parent/guardian at ease.
• Update medical history.
• Ensure antibiotics taken if required or arrange for antibiotics if not taken as required.
• Assess soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity.
• Scale as required.
• Take x-rays if required.
• Perform prophylaxis.
• Perform fluoride treatments.
• Discuss treatment needs.
• Discuss oral hygiene requirements and treatment appointments if needed.
• Motivate patient and parent/guardian to follow through on treatment plan.
• Complete all documentation of the visit.
• Complete fee report for billing of services.
• Open clinic and prepare for the day’s activities.
• Orthodontic Clinic: Take orthodonti...