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Swift Current, SK

Full Time

Our busy and growing dental practice, located in the heart of Swift Current, is in need of a permanent registered dental hygienist to help our patients achieve optimal oral health. Full-time is preferred, however, part-time may be considered for the right candidate – we’re flexible! We are a comprehensive general dentistry office offering everything from hygiene and cosmetic dentistry to orthodontics and implant surgery. Our office is fully digital with an intraoral scanner and digital radiographs. The successful candidate would be joining a close-knit team who always help each other out when needed. Benefits include: Uniform allowance, licensing fees paid, continuing education allowance, parking, paid lunch breaks, no evenings or weekends, dental benefits, and an unbeatable RRSP plan. Experienced hygienists and new graduates are both welcome to apply to drdthiessen@gmail.com.

Saskatoon, SK

Full Time

Our growing office is in need of a full time dental hygienist to join our team. If you are a new grad ready to start your career or an experienced hygienist looking for new challenges in your career we are the place for you! We focus on patient overall care working with all dental professionals to provide outstanding care to our patients. Hours and wages to be discussed during interviews. Please email resumes attention Christine to info@saskatoondentalgroup.com

Saskatoon, SK

Contract

Downtown Dental is looking for a hygienist to work part time or full time for the months of February, March and April. This position could easily transition into a permanent position for the right person.

• NO EVENINGS OR WEEKENDS
• Competitive wages
• Paid sick days
• Free parking
• Extended Health Benefits
• Free dental work for you and your family
• Continuing Education
• Uniform Allowance
• Very flexible with hours and time off

NDHCB

Full Time

The National Dental Hygiene Certification Board exists so that Canadian Regulators, acting in the public interest, have testing mechanisms for assessing current dental hygiene competencies for a worthwhile investment of resources. The NDHCB is responsible for the development, administration, scoring and results reporting of the National Dental Hygiene Certification Exam. Based on successful completion of the Exam – a written examination to assess a candidate’s readiness for entry-to-practice per nationally established practice and education standards – the Board issues the National Dental Hygiene Certification Certificate. The Certificate enables the holder to obtain registration or licensure to practice dental hygiene in most Canadian provinces (the NDHCE is not currently required in Quebec), providing all other requirements imposed by the regulatory authorities are also met.

We are currently recruiting an examination manager who will manage the development and administration of the NDHCE, working with the NDHCE’s examination vendor(s). Reporting to the CEO, the examination manager will ensure that the NDHCE reflects the national entry-to-practice competency profile; and is reliable, valid and defensible. They will work with committees of experts and a psychometrician consultant to revise and maintain the Examination Blueprint, and manage the development of the Examination. Working with the NDHCB vendor, they will ensure a smooth delivery of the examination for candidates, from application to delivery of results.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and administration of the National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination including:
  • Examination Blueprint revision
  • Coordination of NDHCE Committees, including the Exam Committee and French Focus Group
  • Working with item writers to ensure a healthy bank of items
  • Overseeing the compilation and quality of examination forms
  • Working with the Administrative Assistant on exam sitting administration, including supporting candidate applications, payments, transfers/withdrawals, and results
• Lead equivalency assessments for candidates applying from non-accredited institutions
• Other duties when required to provide administrative support to the NDHCB

The successful candidate will possess the education, experience, and knowledge listed below:

Education and Experience

• A diploma/degree in Dental Hygiene. Any additional education will be considered an asset.
• Registration as a Dental Hygienist in a Canadian jurisdiction.
• A minimum of ten years of relevant experience.
• Experience in education and evaluation of students.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the dental hygiene practice, including national competency profile, regulation, standards of practice and resources.
• Knowledge of exam development and administration principles.
• Computer-savvy, with knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products.

Abilities/Qualities

• Strong organizational, planning and project management skills.
• Relationship building and management.
• Excellent English reading, writing and verbal communication skills. French writing and verbal communication skills an asset.
• Ability to monitor and understand dental hygiene practice trends and developments.
• Proactive, positive, collaborative, nimble and flexible.
• Commitment to innovation and quality improvement.
• Maintain the confidence and security of examination items by abiding by the NDHCB Code of Ethics.

The NDHCB office is located in Ottawa, Ontario. While preference is for a candidate in the National Capital Region, applications will be accepted from candidates who reside anywhere in Canada. *While the position is being advertised as full-time, should a candidate wish to maintain a limited clinical practice, the NDHCB may be flexible in adjusting the position to a 0.8-0.9 FTE.

Interested candidates are asked to submit their curriculum vitae with a cover letter to the CEO at NDHCB, 75B Colonnade Road, Ottawa, Ontario K2E 0A8 by Friday, December 4, 2020. Email address: kjordan@ndhcb.ca. Please include salary expectations.

While all responses will be appreciated and handled in strictest confidence, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

The National Dental Hygiene Certification Board adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. The NDHCB will provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Saskatoon, SK

Part/Full Time

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Part-time/Full-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our practice! We want to meet you if you are: passionate about the world of hygiene, compassionate with patients, an excellent communicator, skilled with patient education, a service provider with a great attitude and exhibit the qualities of a strong team player. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Please send resume and cover letter to saskatoondentalhouse@gmail.com

George Town, Cayman Island

Contract

At Smile Dental, our hygienists are valued team members who play an integral role in patient care and treatment. Working closely with our dentists, they provide critical information and insight to guide patients with their treatment decisions. Many important components to patient treatment and care are those services that a Dental Hygienist is trained and licensed to perform. Some of those performed by our hygienists include Essential responsibilities include: Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work, and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times. Patient screening, medical history and dental charting. Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line. Provides nutritional counseling, and self-care programs to prevent disease. In-Office Whitening Must be able to “set the stage” for the DDS prior to the exam and be part of the treatment planning dialogue with the patient and dentist. Changing and replacing orthodontic hardware such as arch wires and lingual bonded retainers. Must be detail oriented and quality focused, must possess excellent time management skills, mentoring young students interested in a career in Dental Hygiene and must be willing to assist in all aspects of the office. Job requirements include: 3 Years experience as a Dental Hygienist preferred, experience with orthodontics, enthusiastic attitude towards working within a large, team, currently licensed in Canada, USA, UK, or South Africa and in good standing, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong Computer Skills and knowledge of Dentrix a plus Local Anesthetic and/or Soft Tissue Diode Laser Certification a PLUS. Contact caymansmile@gmail.com for more information. 

Regina, SK

Permanent

Landmark Dental is hiring a full and/or part time hygienist. We have a beautiful modern office, a wonderful patient population, an enthusiastic team and sincere dentists dedicated to quality care. Previous dental experience would be helpful but a great attitude and strong work ethic are our first priorities. We offer competitive wages, health benefits plan, free parking and in office dental plan. Please send a resume and cover letter to Shelly at landmarkdental@sasktel.net. We look forward to meeting you and would love to have you join our team!

Kindersley, SK

Temporary

Looking for a registered dental hygienist for 2 weeks from January 4-15th, 2021, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm to cover holiday. Wage dependent on experience. Potential for full time employment. Email nknight@sasktel.net for more information. 

North Battleford, SK

Full Time

Rayburn Dental Studio is looking for a friendly and charismatic RDH to cover a maternity leave starting December 2020/January 2021. There may be a possibility of it turning into a permanent position for the right candidate. We are offering 4 days per week, no evenings or weekends. We offer competitive wages, uniform allowance and more! Please feel free to email rayburndentalstudio@sasktel.net or give us a call (306)445-3422.