Part-time Dental Hygienist

Dr Clarence Lau Dental Office • Part-time • Markham, Ontario, Canada • C$ 45 - C$ 55 / hour • 3w ago

Markham Dental Office looking for permanent Part-Time Hygienist on Friday. Good time management and able to work independently. Excellent communication skill. Chinese speaking is an asset.

Please note that a valid dental hygiene license is required to practice as a Dental Hygienist.

```Duties```
As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for providing quality dental care to patients and assisting the dentist in various procedures. Your duties will include:

- Conducting oral health assessments and screenings
- Cleaning and polishing patients' teeth
- Removing plaque and calculus from teeth and below the gumline
- Applying fluoride treatments and sealants
- Taking dental x-rays and developing them for diagnostic purposes
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene techniques
- Assisting the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments and materials
- Maintaining accurate patient records and treatment plans

```Skills```
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:

- Bilingual: Ability to communicate effectively with patients who may have limited English proficiency
- Dental Assisting: Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and materials used in a dental office setting
- Dental Office Experience: Familiarity with dental office operations, including scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing procedures
- Customer Service: Ability to provide excellent customer service and ensure patient satisfaction
- Pediatrics: Experience working with pediatric patients and providing age-appropriate dental care
- Medical Terminology: Understanding of common medical terms related to dentistry

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $45.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

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