Dental Hygienist

Job title:

Dental Hygienist

Company

University Health Network

Job description

Company DescriptionUHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Dental Oncology Unit, Dental Lab
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Hours: Varies
Status: Casual
Closing Date: June 5, 2025As an integral member of the department of Dentistry, the responsibilities of the Dental Hygienist include: performing dental hygiene procedures to provide dental care to patients in accordance with departmental and hospital standards; operating and maintaining hand held instruments and other equipment utilized during procedures; preparing written and electronic reports required to document procedures and results; participating in teaching, educational and quality improvement programs/activities; attending and participating in conferences on an annual basis; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested; working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner.Qualifications

• At minimum, completion of a 2 year Community College program in Dental Hygiene, or recognized equivalent
• At minimum, 1 year practical and related experience, hospital setting preferred
• Member of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)
• Current registration in the province of Ontario
• Experience working with medically compromised patients
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the dentist, patient and other team members
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and maintain patient flow
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good problem solving skills
• Ability to adapt to changing patient care needs and accept direction from the supervising dentist on an ongoing basis

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sat, 24 May 2025 01:22:32 GMT

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