Dental Hygienist | Career Development & Flexibility | ACT

Are you a Dental Hygienist looking for a role where your clinical expertise is valued and your career ambitions are supported?

Our client is an established dental provider in Canberra, offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Dental Hygienist who wants to develop professionally while enjoying the flexibility of part-time employment.

With a strong focus on patient care, preventive dentistry and collaborative clinical practice, our client provides an environment where Dental Hygienists can make a meaningful difference to long-term oral health outcomes.

As part of a wider dental network, our client also provides access to inter-branch career opportunities, making this an appealing option for clinicians who want room to grow without committing to a full-time schedule.

About the Position Our client is looking for a passionate and clinically confident Dental Hygienist to join our client's team on a part-time basis.

The position offers the chance to manage your own clinical responsibilities while collaborating with experienced Dentists and supportive colleagues.

You’ll focus on preventive dental care, periodontal management and patient education, helping patients maintain healthy smiles through personalised treatment planning.

Your clinical responsibilities will include:

- Delivering professional dental hygiene treatments, including scaling, polishing and preventive cleans.
- Performing periodontal assessments, gum health evaluations and periodontal maintenance.
- Providing oral hygiene education and tailored preventive treatment recommendations.
- Supporting long-term management of periodontal disease through ongoing maintenance appointments.




- Collaborating with Dentists to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Identifying oral health concerns and referring patients for further assessment when appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate clinical notes and patient records.
- Following infection control protocols and maintaining high clinical standards.
- Building trusted patient relationships through effective communication and compassionate care.

About the Company

Are you a Dental Hygienist looking for a role where your clinical expertise is valued and your career ambitions are supported?

Our client is an established dental provider in Canberra, offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Dental Hygienist who wants to develop professionally while enjoying the flexibility of part-time employment.

With a strong focus on patient care, preventive dentistry and cooperative clinical practice, our client provides an environment where Dental Hygienists can make a meaningful difference to long-term oral health outcomes.

As part of a wider dental network, our client also provides access to inter-branch career opportunities, making this an appealing option for clinicians who want room to grow without committing to a full-time schedule.





About the Position Our client is looking for a passionate and clinically confident Dental Hygienist to join our client's team on a part-time basis.

The position offers the chance to manage your own clinical responsibilities while collaborating with experienced Dentists and supportive colleagues.

You’ll focus on preventive dental care, periodontal management and patient education, helping patients maintain healthy smiles through personalised treatment planning.

Your clinical responsibilities will include:

- Delivering professional dental hygiene treatments, including scaling, polishing and preventive cleans.
- Performing periodontal assessments, gum health evaluations and periodontal maintenance.
- Providing oral hygiene education and tailored preventive treatment recommendations.
- Supporting long-term management of periodontal disease through ongoing maintenance appointments.
- Collaborating with Dentists to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Identifying oral health concerns and referring patients for further assessment when appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate clinical notes and patient records.
- Following infection control protocols and maintaining high clinical standards.
- Building trusted patient relationships through effective communication and compassionate care.

Key Requirements

- Recognised qualification in Dental Hygiene or an equivalent qualification appropriate to the position.
- Current registration with the Dental Board of Australia through AHPRA.
- Strong clinical skills in preventive dentistry and periodontal care.
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
- Confidence managing patient appointments and clinical responsibilities.
- A professional,

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