Temporary Casual Dental Hygienist until February 20, 2026
About the role
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for one (1) temporary casual Dental Hygienist to work on the Oral Health & Clinical Support Services team in our London and Strathroy clinics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Associate Manager, Oral Health & Clinical Support Services, the incumbent will:
- Provide preventive and clinical dental hygiene services to children, youth, and seniors in a public health clinic;
- Provide dental education & maintain dental records;
- Maintain standards of practice, with particular attention to dental disinfection and sterilization procedures;
- Participate in community dental education activities;
- Provide services to seniors under government-assisted programs;
- Provide all clinical services that a dental hygienist is legally permitted to carry out, including: provision of topical fluorides, placement of sealants, dental prophylaxis, and scaling; and,
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario;
- Completion of a diploma in Dental Hygiene;
- Baccalaureate degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field is an asset;
- Current knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services;
- Current CPR certification;
- Previous experience working with children, seniors, and vulnerable populations in a clinical setting;
- Experience working in the Public Health sector is preferred;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work independently and take initiative;
- Technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office Suite, and database software;
- Experience with ABELDent and Oral Health Information Support System (OHISS) is an asset;
- Skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse population, has knowledge of health inequities.
- Possession of a valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of a vehicle for work-related purposes OR the ability to arrange for transportation to multiple locations in London and Middlesex County; and,
- Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other language is highly desirable.
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $34.40 to $42.97 based on qualifications and experience.
To apply to this position, please go to www.healthunit.com and select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by October 23, 2025. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.
About Middlesex-London Health Unit
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is located at the forks of the Thames River in the heart of downtown London, just a short walk from Harris Park, Covent Garden Market and the John Labatt Centre. London is the geographic centre of Southwestern Ontario, strategically located at the junction of Highways 401 and 402, less than a two-hour drive from Windsor, Detroit, Toronto and Buffalo, and less than an hour from the Grand Bend resort area on the shores of Lake Huron. The City of London, also known as the Forest City, is the home of the University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College.
The efforts of Health Unit staff help the residents of Middlesex county and the City of London live balanced, healthy lives by providing a variety of programs and services aimed at preventing disease and promoting health. The Health Unit offers a flexible work environment where employees actively participate in operational planning, work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams, and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including the OMERS pension.
Temporary Casual Dental Hygienist until February 20, 2026
About the role
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for one (1) temporary casual Dental Hygienist to work on the Oral Health & Clinical Support Services team in our London and Strathroy clinics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Associate Manager, Oral Health & Clinical Support Services, the incumbent will:
- Provide preventive and clinical dental hygiene services to children, youth, and seniors in a public health clinic;
- Provide dental education & maintain dental records;
- Maintain standards of practice, with particular attention to dental disinfection and sterilization procedures;
- Participate in community dental education activities;
- Provide services to seniors under government-assisted programs;
- Provide all clinical services that a dental hygienist is legally permitted to carry out, including: provision of topical fluorides, placement of sealants, dental prophylaxis, and scaling; and,
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario;
- Completion of a diploma in Dental Hygiene;
- Baccalaureate degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field is an asset;
- Current knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive dental hygiene services;
- Current CPR certification;
- Previous experience working with children, seniors, and vulnerable populations in a clinical setting;
- Experience working in the Public Health sector is preferred;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work independently and take initiative;
- Technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office Suite, and database software;
- Experience with ABELDent and Oral Health Information Support System (OHISS) is an asset;
- Skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse population, has knowledge of health inequities.
- Possession of a valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of a vehicle for work-related purposes OR the ability to arrange for transportation to multiple locations in London and Middlesex County; and,
- Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other language is highly desirable.
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $34.40 to $42.97 based on qualifications and experience.
To apply to this position, please go to www.healthunit.com and select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by October 23, 2025. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.
About Middlesex-London Health Unit
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is located at the forks of the Thames River in the heart of downtown London, just a short walk from Harris Park, Covent Garden Market and the John Labatt Centre. London is the geographic centre of Southwestern Ontario, strategically located at the junction of Highways 401 and 402, less than a two-hour drive from Windsor, Detroit, Toronto and Buffalo, and less than an hour from the Grand Bend resort area on the shores of Lake Huron. The City of London, also known as the Forest City, is the home of the University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College.
The efforts of Health Unit staff help the residents of Middlesex county and the City of London live balanced, healthy lives by providing a variety of programs and services aimed at preventing disease and promoting health. The Health Unit offers a flexible work environment where employees actively participate in operational planning, work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams, and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including the OMERS pension.