Dental Hygienist – Casual
Community Care, City of Kawartha Lakes (CCCKL) is currently seeking a Casual Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated dental team. This position plays a vital role in supporting clients and families within our community-based clinic and works collaboratively with other dental team members to provide high-quality care. Hours will vary; availability to work on Fridays is required. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to enhancing oral health in the community.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provides general preventative services, good oral hygiene training, and direct patient care to adult and paediatric patients
- Examines client’s teeth and gums, recording the presence of disease or abnormalities
- Examinees the teeth and surrounding tissues for evidence of plaque and periodontal disease
- Prepares dental hygiene diagnosis based on dental diagnosis and all assessments
- Removes calculus, stains and plaque from client’s teeth
- Applies cavity-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants.
- Documents treatment in electronic medical record
- Ensure all dental instruments, equipment and treatment area is properly maintained through disinfection, sterilization and cleaning as per Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) standards
- Ensure proper storage, handling and disposal of hazardous material
Key Competencies Required for this Position
- Dental Hygienist Certificate with two years related experience.
- In good standing with CDHO
- Comprehensive knowledge of oral hygiene care in outpatient settings.
- Knowledge and principles and practice of modern oral hygiene and periodontal patient care is necessary.
- Working knowledge of ABELDent
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- HARP Certification and current CPR
- Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
WAGE
The wage range for this exciting opportunity is $35.17- $38.55. Selected candidates will be appropriately placed on the organizations wage grid based on skill, knowledge and experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
- Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes (CCCKL) has been providing health and community based services that support independence and enhances the quality of life for the people in our community since 1985.
- Committed to community-based home support services within the context of the local community, CCCKL is a customer centric, team environment who believes in celebrating milestones, our volunteers and colleagues.
- Our values; Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, guide our behaviours, decisions and interactions with others. They reflect our culture and differentiate us from others.
- We know that having varied perspectives from our clients, volunteers and staff, helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing and increasingly diverse health care system.
- To find out more about Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes and to review other opportunities, please visit our website at www.ccckl.ca – careers.
APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Internal candidates are encouraged to speak with their immediate manager about their intent and submit their resume and cover letter in confidence by Quoting File # 25-C-18 to:
[email protected]
External candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by Quoting File # 25-C-18 to:
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes
[email protected] or Careers Page
21 Angeline Street North
Lindsay, ON K9V 5B7
This position fills an existing vacancy and is not a newly created role, in accordance with posting and disclosure requirements.
WHY JOIN US
At Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, you’ll be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We value compassion, collaboration, and professional growth, offering opportunities to participate in meaningful community work, and make a positive impact every day. Join us to experience a supportive, welcoming work environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
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