CUPE 543.3
Windsor Site
Afternoon Shift, Permanent
Posting close date: November 7, 2025
Position Summary:
The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) provides screening, preventive clinical services, counselling and education about oral health issues to community members in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards. These services are provided in schools, the Oral Health clinic at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, and in Healthy Smiles Ontario community clinics and other community settings. The RDH also collaborates with local dentists and members of the Essex County Dental Society about community-wide oral health education initiatives. The RDH is available to answer questions from local oral health providers about both clinical issues, and also Ministry programs’ fee reimbursement. This position supports the ongoing operations of the Windsor-Essex County Public Health Unit.
Position Qualifications:
Education, training, & experience:
Diploma in Dental Hygiene from a recognized community college or university is required
Dental Hygiene Self-Initiation standing is preferred
Minimum 2 years experience in an active Dental practice is required
Current certification in BLS-HCP- Basic First Aid
Previous experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist in a Public Health Unit is preferred
Other Requirements:
Current registration (CDHO) to practice in Ontario as a Registered Dental Hygienist
Maintains professional competency under the Dental Hygiene Act and the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario
Knowledge of the Ontario Public Health Standards
Proficiency with current computer applications (Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Internet, Outlook)
Ability to learn data management systems (i.e. OHISS: Dentrix Dental software)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent interpersonal, writing, organizational, and communication skills are required
Ability to plan, prioritize and organize workload
Fluency (oral and written) in French or other languages would be an asset
Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a reliable motor vehicle during working hours, as well as 1 million dollars in liability insurance
Physical requirements: ability to lift 25 kilograms
Satisfactory police information search
Immunizations and TB screening as per WECHU policies
Band
Entry Rate
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
4th Year
5th Year
9
$38.48
$39.63
$40.83
$42.03
$43.30
$44.60
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
