Website Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
Internal/External Posting
Position Type: Full-time
Posting Type: New position
Location: Sioux Lookout
Salary Range: $88,049 to $113,338
Reference Number: ONHOL000561
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Department Summary
The Oral Health Services Department is opening a four-operatory dental clinic in Sioux Lookout. The clinic features two dental operatories, one hygiene operatory, and one surgical operatory along with a recovery room. The clinic is equipped with digital charting/ radiography, panoramic/cephalometric x-ray, a laboratory, a sterilization room, and a staff room.
Job Summary:
The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), Clinical will assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate client care within their scope of practice. Perform all aspects of clinical preventative hygiene services and serve as an oral health educator and promoter. This position requires a commitment to establishing strong client relationships while maintaining ethical and professional behaviour. The RDH will deliver client specific treatments using active listening and empathy.
Qualifications:
•Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, SpecialEmployment)
•Diploma or Degree from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program.
•License to practice in Ontario or ability to become licensed in Ontario.
•Member in good standing of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) orability to become a member of the CDHO
•Proof of liability insurance.
•Obtain Medical Device Reprocessing certification as required.
•Two years of experience as a clinical hygienist is preferred but not required.
•Proof of valid First Aid, Basic Life Saver CPR with AED
•Experience working with dental practice management software, digital charting andradiography is an asset.
•Valid Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence is preferred.
•The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.
•Work co-operatively and in a self-directed manner; manage a variety of clinical tasksto effectively support operations and treatment of clients.
•Communicate effectively (written and verbally) with clients, families, coworkers andallied health care partners.
•Knowledge, experience and understanding of Indigenous culture and issues relevant to delivery of health care in Indigenous communities in Canada.
•Ability to communicate in one of the Indigenous dialects within Keewaytinook is anasset.
•Familiarity with public health programs in our area, as well as NIHB and Jordan’sPrinciple.
•Adaptable to changes in workload or work environment
Roles and Responsibilities:
•Update and maintain comprehensive charting, dental and medical health histories.
•Conduct intra and extra-oral screenings, hard and soft tissue examinations andbased on dental hygiene and dentist diagnosis, determine a care plan.
•Complete AAP periodontal assessments and provide non-surgical periodontaltherapy.
•Perform the controlled acts of scaling and root planning using hand and ultrasonicinstruments.
•Able to perform full scope of practice for a RDH in Ontario.
•Take radiographs as prescribed by the dentist and in accordance with HARPguidelines.
•Present oral health education, smoking cessation and nutritional education in aclient specific manner
•Provide client and/or parents, guardians, escorts with instructions as neededregarding treatment and post treatment care.
•Consult with allied health care providers to facilitate meeting all client needs.
•Support the oral health team including administrative operations with client care
•Take part in audit process
•Work safely with dental materials, sharps and contaminated instruments/ needles,and where anesthetic gases are used.
•Assist in reprocessing procedures, operatory maintenance and restock.
•Ensure equipment is kept in good working order, following manufacturer’sinstructions for cleaning and sterilization of instruments, hand pieces andequipment
•Follow, keep current and maintain documents relating to all Quality Assurance andIPAC guidelines
•Adhere to the SLFNHA Polices & Procedures Manual and the dental clinic Policy andProcedures Manual.
•Handling of sensitive, confidential data and personal health information inaccordance with PHIPA and PIPEDA.
•Assesses emergency situations, be aware of emergency protocols and assist inmonitoring emergency kit.
•Assist with dental laboratory procedures such as preparing dental models, labrequisites and packaging dentures and records for shipping as required.
•Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
•Work is typically performed during regular clinic hours, with occasional evening orweekend shifts as needed.
•The role requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 lbs, includingequipment, supplies, and client care materials.
•Must be comfortable working in close proximity to others and using personalprotective equipment (PPE) as per infection control protocols.
•Exposure to bodily fluids, dental materials, and standard dental instruments is partof the daily work environment.
•Some travel or willingness to travel may be required.
Benefits:
We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:
•Pension plan
•Fitness reimbursement program
•Comprehensive insurance coverage
•Professional development opportunities
•Relocation assistance
Apply online at https://slfnha.com/careers/job-listing/
Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com
SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process.
Closing Date: Open to Filled
No resumes received after this time will be accepted.
The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.
However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.
For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com
SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com
To apply for this job please visit slfnha.com.