About the Position
The Dental Hygienist will provide preventive oral healthcare services and patient education. The position involves supporting patients in maintaining good oral hygiene and contributing to long-term oral health through professional assessment and preventive care.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide preventive oral healthcare services within professional scope.
• Perform appropriate oral hygiene assessments.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Support periodontal and preventive treatment programmes where authorised.
• Work collaboratively with dentists and the wider dental team.
Essential Requirements
• Recognised dental hygiene qualification.
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration where required.
• Relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Strong patient communication skills.
• Commitment to professional standards and infection control.
Country-specific requirements:
Regulated healthcare professions are subject to the relevant Irish professional registration and recognition requirements.
Experience & Language
- 2+ years relevant experience
- Strong English communication skills are required. Nurses and other regulated healthcare professionals may need to demonstrate English-language proficiency through an accepted pathway such as IELTS or OET, depending on the applicable registration requireme
Application Information
Candidates should ensure they meet the relevant professional, registration, immigration and employer requirements before applying.