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We are looking for a dynamic, highly skilled, detail and quality oriented, team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working directly with a diverse group of people. This is an exciting role and opportunity if you are looking to be part of a high performing team, dedicated to promoting optimal dental health at the ACCC Dental Clinic.
As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide clinical oral health care services, health promotion and preventive educational programs. You will examine and chart oral conditions, assess periodontal status, analyzes and interpret client's/patient's condition to develop a client/patient centered diagnosis/assessment and treatment plan. You will provide public education regarding oral health. You will develop and provide in-service and training sessions; dental screening and preventive dental services to schools and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of oral health programs.
Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Dental Hygienists (ACDH).
Additional Required Qualifications:CPR Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS – HCP). Minimum of 3 years of Registered Dental Hygienist Experience in the last 5 years. Experience in triaging, assessing, and advising clients who present with varied and often complex issues and/or problems. Demonstration of excellent assessment, critical-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and patient care skills. Self-direction, adaptability and flexibility required while working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Physical requirements include lifting, pushing, and pulling weights up to fifty pounds to transfer or transport patients and equipment. Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience in working with medically complex patients as a Dental Hygienist.