Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer

As a Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer at Dentalook, your responsibilities include onboarding and mentoring new dental hygienists, conducting training sessions on hygiene techniques and infection control, providing hands-on training, and evaluating performance. You'll also assist with patient care, ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering a supportive learning environment.

To qualify for the Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer position at Dentalook, you must hold a valid and unrestricted RDH license in Ontario. Additionally, candidates should possess a minimum amount of clinical experience, ideally have a background in training or mentoring, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

The Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer plays a vital role in enhancing patient care at Dentalook by ensuring all team members are well-trained and adhere to best practices. By mentoring new staff and continuously improving training processes, you help maintain high standards of patient interaction, hygiene, and care delivery.

At Dentalook, we are committed to your professional growth. As a Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer, you will have access to various professional development opportunities, and with demonstrated success in your role, you can explore higher-level positions within our organization.

The work environment for a Registered Dental Hygienist Trainer at Dentalook is supportive and collaborative. You'll work alongside dedicated dental professionals and contribute to a culture of learning. With a hybrid schedule, you can balance hands-on mentoring with remote work, providing you the flexibility to thrive in your role.

In your response, you should emphasize your passion for dental hygiene and mentoring. Talk about specific experiences that drove you to train others, showcasing your commitment to education and continuous improvement in patient care.

Discuss your methods for training, including hands-on experience, constructive feedback, and how you adapt your approach based on individual needs. Highlight the importance of creating a supportive environment where new hires can thrive.

Mention how you utilize resources such as professional journals, webinars, and conferences to keep your knowledge current. This shows your commitment to professional growth and providing quality training based on the latest practices.

Use a specific example that emphasizes the importance of the feedback process. Discuss how you approached the feedback, the outcome, and how your guidance contributed positively to the trainee's development.

Highlight your understanding of OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards. Discuss how you incorporate these regulations into training sessions, ensuring that new hygienists understand their significance in everyday practice.

Explain how collaboration with fellow professionals enhances patient care and the learning experience. Share your beliefs in contributing to a positive team dynamic and how you facilitate this in your training approach.

Discuss your conflict resolution skills, emphasizing open communication and finding common ground. Highlight the importance of patient safety and the protocols in place to ensure the best outcomes.

Mention specific dental software and electronic health records (EHR) systems you are proficient with, along with how these tools can enhance both the training process and the overall patient care experience.

Focus on your approach to make trainees feel comfortable and valued. Discuss the importance of encouragement, ensuring they’ve ample opportunities for hands-on learning and asking questions.

Share your intrinsic motivations, such as witnessing the growth of new hygienists, positively impacting patient care, and your commitment to the profession. Convey your passion for nurturing the future of dental hygiene.