Education: College/CEGEP. Dental hygiene/hygienist. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Dental practice. Tasks: Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions. Take dental impressions. Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene. Clean and stimulate the gums to prevent gum disease. Apply fluoride treatment. Remove stains and deposits from teeth. Administer local anesthetics. Take, develop and mount X-rays. Apply and remove temporary dressings. Diagnose type and severity of diseases. Perform routine extraction of teeth. Remove sutures. Fill cavities. Perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist. Replace portions of crowns and perform other restoration techniques. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Dental Hygienists Licensure by the appropriate provincial or territorial governing body. Security and safety: Basic security clearance. Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Attention to detail. Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Interpersonal awareness. Team player. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Are you willing to relocate for this position?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan.