About this role
At Folktandvården Västra Götaland, you contribute to equal health and quality of life for all people at every stage of life. Here, you'll encounter a culture characterized by collaboration, commitment, and joy, with access to modern technology and experts across all areas. There's always someone to learn from and many to enjoy working with. We offer stability for a secure everyday life and opportunities to grow throughout your professional career.
Be part of something bigger. Welcome to Folktandvården!
We are now seeking a dental hygienist who wants to make a difference
Main Responsibilities and Tasks
At Folktandvården Dalaberg, Uddevalla, you'll meet patients of all ages with diverse healthcare needs.
As a dental hygienist with us, you play a crucial role in ensuring patients feel well-received and comfortable during their visit. You'll utilize your full expertise while the position also requires creativity, empathy, and a service-oriented approach.
The position includes:
Being a key part of the clinic's health-promoting and preventive dental care for all ages
Conducting independent examinations and identifying, assessing, and planning appropriate oral health interventions
Folktandvården Dalaberg has 14 treatment rooms and a total of 26 employees. We have a diverse team of dentists, dental nurses, dental hygienists, health promoters, receptionists, and administrators. Together, we ensure a rewarding and stimulating work environment. Joy, commitment, and community are important to us.
We are seeking a dental hygienist for Dalaberg who considers open doors, shared responsibility, mutual support, and having fun together as a given. Our patient base is approximately 9,400 patients, many of whom are children and young adults. Our treatment spectrum is very broad, and you'll meet patients with various healthcare needs and across all age groups.
Please read more about our opening hours and how to find us: Folktandvården Dalaberg, Uddevalla - Folktandvården (vgregion.se)
Competence Requirements and Profile
Certified dental hygienist
Interest in both pediatric and adult dental care
Swedish language skills equivalent to Swedish high school or Swedish C1 in both speaking and writing
Ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently and wisely
Capable of maintaining a stable and calm demeanor even during busy periods
Ability to collaborate and relate to others in a sensitive manner
Contribute to organizational development by actively participating in clinic improvement work
If you are new to the profession, you'll receive an individually tailored mentoring program during the first year. Mentoring is part of our development program, which also includes network meetings, team and communication training, and clinical observation at specialist or general dental clinics.
About the Recruitment Process
If you are not already employed by us, you will be contacted by a recruiter from the HR department for an interview. After the application period ends, the clinic manager will select candidates and invite them for an interview at the clinic. These interviews are planned for around weeks 47-48.
Västra Götaland Region will perform a background check in the suspect and criminal records before employment.
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