Dental Careers in Sydney River

About Us:  

Riverside Dental has been proudly serving Sydney River and surrounding communities for years. Our patient-focused clinic is dedicated to providing quality care in a friendly and supportive environment. We offer a wide range of services including general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, implants, Invisalign, and full smile makeovers, all supported by a talented team of dentists, hygienists, and assistants.

As part of the Mayflower Dental Group, with six locations across Cape Breton, we provide our team with strong support, modern technology, and opportunities for professional growth. Our clinics are fully equipped with digital scanning, Icat, and the latest dental equipment. We are proud of our 5-star Google rating, which reflects our commitment to ensuring every patient has a positive experience.

This full-time position offers no weekend hours and a healthy work-life balance. We provide a competitive salary, health benefits, uniform allowance, paid CPR, parking, and continuing education. Additional hours are also available across our network of clinics. Living in beautiful Cape Breton means enjoying year-round activities, growing communities, and a welcoming social scene—making Sydney a wonderful place to live and work.

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Why Join Our Team? 

• Total Rewards Package: Exclusive discounts to gym memberships, flights, hotels, retail stores, products and more! Take advantage of reduced home and auto insurance rates, pet insurance, discounted prescription services, and free health services through Dialogue! 

• Competitive Compensation: Including annual reviews. 

• Career Development: Access to industry leading education through DC Institute's online learning platform and discounts on rdhu membership. 

• Networking Opportunities: Attend social and CE events with dental professionals. 

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and modern technology for optimal patient care. 

• Dedicated Hygiene Support Team: Receive coaching and mentorship to enhance your professional journey. 

• Additional Practice Exclusive Perks! 

Responsibilities: 

• Appropriately assess, plan, implement and evaluate services for patient care 

• Perform all aspects of clinical preventative hygiene services including scaling, root planning, polishing, topical fluoride, pit and fissure sealants and whitening to patients 

• Serve as an oral health educator by introducing new preventative techniques and counselling 

• Establish and retain patient loyalty by delivering a tailored experience based on the patients’ expectations, while consistently maintaining ethical and professional behaviour. 

About You: 

• Completed Dental Hygiene Diploma or Hygiene Degree is required

• Registered Dental Hygienist in good standing with provincial licensing is required

• Valid CPR certification 

Application Information: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We are committed to ensuring that the talent we hire is reflective of the diverse communities and patients we serve. We thank all applicants, but only suitable candidates will be contacted. Applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation during the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Team. Requests will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.