registered dental hygienist
*Temporary Registered Dental Hygienist*
*Seymour Dental | Kamloops, BC* *Temporary Medical Leave Coverage* *$55.00?$58.50 per hour*
*Job Summary*
Seymour Dental is seeking a friendly, compassionate, and dependable Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team temporarily while one of our valued team members is on medical leave.
We are a friendly, supportive, and collaborative team working alongside respected dentists in a privately owned general dental practice. The successful candidate will step into a full, established hygiene schedule and play an important role in providing exceptional preventive care and a positive experience for our patients.
The working days may be flexible based on availability and may include any day of the week; however, coverage is definitely required on *Thursdays and Fridays*.
*Hours:* 7:30 a.m.?4:45 p.m. *Compensation:* $55.00?$58.50 per hour, based on experience
*Responsibilities*:
- Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care, including scaling, root planing, polishing, and preventive treatments
- Complete periodontal assessments and accurately document clinical findings
- Take digital dental radiographs when required and in accordance with established safety protocols
- Review patients? medical and dental histories
- Educate patients about oral hygiene, preventive care, periodontal health, and recommended treatment
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Collaborate with dentists, dental assistants, and administrative team members to support excellent patient care and efficient patient flow
- Follow all infection prevention and control standards and practice protocols
- Contribute positively to a respectful, supportive, and collaborative team environment
*Qualifications*
- Registered and in good standing, or eligible for registration, as a Dental Hygienist in British Columbia
- Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care
- Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Professional, reliable, and comfortable working as part of a collaborative team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate patient records
- Experience with Dentrix is an asset but not required
- Previous experience in a general dental practice is an asset but not required
- New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply
*Why Join Seymour Dental?*
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team
- Respected dentists in a privately owned general dental practice
- Full, established hygiene schedule
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Welcoming and patient-focused work environment
If you are looking for a welcoming dental practice where you can provide excellent patient care as part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your résumé to *char.seymourdental@gmail.com*.
Pay: $55.00-$58.50 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 ? 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person