Dental Hygienist ( 2 temporary casual positions until February 2026)

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for two Casual Dental Hygienists to work on the Oral Health 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.
• 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 $33.40 to $41.72 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 April 29, 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.

Please see www.healthunit.com for further information about our programs and services. To apply to this position, please submit all applications electronically via our Career Opportunities page.