Dental Hygienist
Dentistry at Merritt located in Merritt, BC aims to provide its patients with a dental experience that promote a lifetime relationship built on trust, confidence and with exceptional patient care. We believe in helping our patients understand their oral health needs and best ways to treat their oral issues. Our specialized team is expert in services such as lV sedation, braces, wisdom tooth extractions, cleanings as well as cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Currently, we are hiring a full-time Dental Hygienist for our clinic. The candidate must possess exceptional communicational and interpersonal skills, multi-tasking feature and attention to detail in a professional environment.
Employer Information
Legal name: Dr. R. Dutt Dental Corp.
Operating Name: Dentistry at Merritt
Website: www.dentistryatmerritt.ca
Business Address: 2731 Forksdale Ave, Merritt, BC, V1K 1R9
Position Description
Position: Dental Hygienist
Type of employment: Full-time and Permanent
No of positions: 1
Anticipated Start date: As soon as possible
Work Location: 2731 Forksdale Ave, Merritt, BC, V1K 1R9
Salary and Benefits
Salary: $52.00 per hour
Overtime and Vacation Pay
Stable & full-time employment
Work-life balance through flexible and accommodating work environment
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct patient screening and oral health assessments.
- Prepare documentation on patient medical and health history.
- Take impressions of patients’ teeth.
- Take and develop X-Rays.
- Perform hygienic dental measures such as teeth cleaning, scaling, gum stimulation and fluoride and sealant applications.
- Provide oral care instructions such as oral hygiene procedures, strategies to maintain and improve oral health and on the impact of nutrition on oral health.
- Consult with dentists on patient care.
- May perform orthodontic and restorative procedures under the supervision of a dentist.
- Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions.
Job Requirements
- Completion of two to three-year college dental hygiene program.
- License by the appropriate regulatory body.
- Experience as a Dental Hygienist would be an asset.
- Good communication skills.
How to apply?
We thank all the applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Due to environmental concerns, we prefer all the applicants to submit their resumes via email at dentistrymerritt@gmail.com.