Dental hygienist, Kaimātai akuaku niho, waha
Also known as
- Oral health therapist, oral hygienist, dental health therapist, dental therapist
Dental hygienists clean teeth and examine the mouth for signs of oral disease or problems. They may provide treatments and educate patients on oral hygiene and disease prevention.
Your pay could be
$57K
Lower
$75K to $119K
Most common
$143K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Dental hygienists
- usually work regular business hours but may work part time
- usually work in dental clinics, mobile dental units, hospitals and nursing homes
- need to be accurate and organised
Tasks
- Record patient medical histories.
- Examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures.
- Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
- Treat dental problems or diseases.
- Provide health and wellness advice to patients, programme participants, or caregivers.
- Process x-rays or other medical images.
- Maintain current knowledge related to work activities.
- Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
- Sterilise medical equipment or instruments.
- Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
You need a qualification to become a dental hygienist.
You need
- a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in oral health or dental hygiene OR a Certificate in Dental Hygiene OR the NZ Defence Force training programme in dental hygiene with approved experience
- an Annual Practising Certificate
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Dental Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Tiaki Niho
Phone Number,04 499 4820
inquiries@dcnz.org.nz
https://www.dcnz.org.nzIf you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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