About the role
JOB SUMMARY
You provide dental public health services as mandated under the Ministry of Health - Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS), Oral Helath Protocol, Health Protection and Promotion Act, College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics and Guidelines and Dental Hygiene Act. All services are to be delivered in a professional, respectful and non- discriminatory manner.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3-year diploma of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a dental office, preferably with clients of different age groups, cultural, economic and social backgrounds
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Dental Hygienist registered with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
KNOWLEDGE
- The theory and practice of dental hygiene
- Socially funded Dental Programs (Ontario Works,Healthy Smiles Ontario, Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program, Canadian Dental Care Plan, Ontario Disability Support Program, and other socially funded dental programs)
- Legislative requirements for collection, protection and storage of client records
- Dental software such as Abeldent and Dexis
- Computer software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint..etc.)
- Medical emergency procedures as outlined by CDHO
- Interpersonal skill to interact with clients, families, community partners, peers, superiors with tact and professionalism
- Principles of prevention of oral health diseases and link to overall health
- Principles of healthy nutrition
- Effective counselling, teaching, motivational and coaching techniques
- Principles of infection prevention and control requirements
- Public health concepts including: health status of populations; inequities in health; social determinants of health and illness
- Principles of diversity and inclusiveness affecting dental care service
- Concepts of client centered, trauma informed and culturally sensitive dental care and services
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Perform the legislated duties of a dental hygienist with an acceptable degree of quantity and quality in a safe and effective manner
- Maintains records in accordance with legislations, policy and procedures
- Responds to and refers enquiries appropriately
- Supports and collaborates effectively with various schools and community-based staff, children and their parents/guardians and dental professionals
- Ability to plan yearly screenings and organize schedule
- Understanding of the different beliefs and value systems of others and respectful of all individuals
- Communicate effectively with clients in both oral and written forms using a variety of current technologies
- Effective interpersonal relationships with public and coworkers
- Work both independently and in a team
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Fulfill functional roles in response to a public health emergency
- Punctuality and reliability
- Maturity and good judgment
- Self motivated, directed and shows initiative
- Ability to communicate with a multicultural client group
- Tact discretion, professionalism and enthusiasm
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
- Driver’s License Requirement: This position requires the successful candidate to use their own transportation.; A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with 0 demerit points accumulated
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and
adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human
Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and
other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary
persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations,
classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more
designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.
About City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa offers a diverse range of career options. City employees work across 110+ business lines to deliver one thing: excellent service to Ottawa’s residents, businesses and visitors.
Whether you want to work in IT, recreation, accounting, engineering, customer service, project management, the trades, emergency services, health care or more, you can find what you're looking for at the City. Visit ottawa.ca/jobs to view all career opportunities.
About the role
JOB SUMMARY
You provide dental public health services as mandated under the Ministry of Health - Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS), Oral Helath Protocol, Health Protection and Promotion Act, College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics and Guidelines and Dental Hygiene Act. All services are to be delivered in a professional, respectful and non- discriminatory manner.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3-year diploma of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a dental office, preferably with clients of different age groups, cultural, economic and social backgrounds
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Dental Hygienist registered with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
KNOWLEDGE
- The theory and practice of dental hygiene
- Socially funded Dental Programs (Ontario Works,Healthy Smiles Ontario, Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program, Canadian Dental Care Plan, Ontario Disability Support Program, and other socially funded dental programs)
- Legislative requirements for collection, protection and storage of client records
- Dental software such as Abeldent and Dexis
- Computer software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint..etc.)
- Medical emergency procedures as outlined by CDHO
- Interpersonal skill to interact with clients, families, community partners, peers, superiors with tact and professionalism
- Principles of prevention of oral health diseases and link to overall health
- Principles of healthy nutrition
- Effective counselling, teaching, motivational and coaching techniques
- Principles of infection prevention and control requirements
- Public health concepts including: health status of populations; inequities in health; social determinants of health and illness
- Principles of diversity and inclusiveness affecting dental care service
- Concepts of client centered, trauma informed and culturally sensitive dental care and services
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Perform the legislated duties of a dental hygienist with an acceptable degree of quantity and quality in a safe and effective manner
- Maintains records in accordance with legislations, policy and procedures
- Responds to and refers enquiries appropriately
- Supports and collaborates effectively with various schools and community-based staff, children and their parents/guardians and dental professionals
- Ability to plan yearly screenings and organize schedule
- Understanding of the different beliefs and value systems of others and respectful of all individuals
- Communicate effectively with clients in both oral and written forms using a variety of current technologies
- Effective interpersonal relationships with public and coworkers
- Work both independently and in a team
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Fulfill functional roles in response to a public health emergency
- Punctuality and reliability
- Maturity and good judgment
- Self motivated, directed and shows initiative
- Ability to communicate with a multicultural client group
- Tact discretion, professionalism and enthusiasm
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
- Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
- Driver’s License Requirement: This position requires the successful candidate to use their own transportation.; A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with 0 demerit points accumulated
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and
adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human
Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and
other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary
persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations,
classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more
designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.
About City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa offers a diverse range of career options. City employees work across 110+ business lines to deliver one thing: excellent service to Ottawa’s residents, businesses and visitors.
Whether you want to work in IT, recreation, accounting, engineering, customer service, project management, the trades, emergency services, health care or more, you can find what you're looking for at the City. Visit ottawa.ca/jobs to view all career opportunities.