Dental Hygienist, Ambulatory Care – Permanent Casual
Job Description
Compensation Pay Range:
$42.34-$52.38Job Description:
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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.
Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 and 2025 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Dental Hygienist conducts recall and hygiene appointments; and conducts intra-oral work during orthodontic clinics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Put patient and parent/guardian at ease. Update medical history. Ensure antibiotics taken if required or arrange for antibiotics if not taken as required.
Assess soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity. Scale as required. Take x-rays if required.
Perform prophylaxis. Perform fluoride treatments.
Discuss treatment needs. Discuss oral hygiene requirements and treatment appointments if needed.
Motivate patient and parent/guardian to follow through on treatment plan.
Complete all documentation of the visit. Complete fee report for billing of services.
Open clinic and prepare for the day’s activities.
Orthodontic Clinic: Take orthodontic records which includes: extra and intra oral photographs, and arrange for x-rays in radiology; band and/or bond braces to the teeth or debond braces; and ligate archwires or cement in intra-oral appliances, intra oral scanning, and alginate impressions. Provide home care instructions. Ensure documentation of procedures and all consent signed by parent are included in the patient’s dental chart.
Cleft Lip/Palate Dental/Orthodontic Treatment Program: Assemble orthodontic records for treatment planning. Discuss the parents’ questions and concerns. Send lateral ceph x-ray for tracing. Prepare letters of referral. Prepare billing for orthodontic services. Order orthodontic supplies. Liaise with Cleft Lip/Palate Coordinator to ensure patients are seen in a timely manner. Liaise with the Oral Surgeon and Prosthodontist to coordinate treatment. Book, coordinate and attends min-conference with all the dental specialists.
Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Welcome and supervise dental hygiene students for educational session in clinic.
Welcome and supervise dental hygiene students for educational session in clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS
Police Record Check (PRC) (Essential)
College Diploma or University Degree in Dental Hygiene (Essential)
Approximately three (3) years of relevant experience (Essential)
Comprehensively use relevant computer technology and specialized dental equipment (Essential)
Take steps to ensure timely completion of tasks by adjusting priorities as required (Essential)
Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing (Essential)
Deal effectively with internal and external customers (Essential)
Bilingualism (French and English) (Essential)
* Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.