Government of Yukon·Whitehorse, Yukon
Provide comprehensive oral health care services and education to preschool and school-age children across Yukon.
Deliver preventative dental services including fissure sealants.
Perform restorative procedures including placing temporary fillings.
Apply SDF (Silver Diamine Fluoride).
Work as part of a team committed to improving the oral health of Yukon children.
Adhere to Dental Hygienists’ Code of Ethics & Code of Conduct.
Maintain high standards and adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
Travel to assigned schools within Whitehorse and to Yukon communities as required.
Work with children and families and collaborate with colleagues and clients
Department Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Dental Health Location Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary) Job Type Permanent End Date Full/Part Time Full-time Standard Hours Bi-weekly 75 Classification ST13 Salary $81,258.00 - $94,165.00 Union YEU Days Off Saturday/Sunday Travel 50% Admissibility Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility.
A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.
This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service.
For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.
Job Summary and Requirements This is a until –filled competition.
Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice.
Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.
This Posting This posting will be used to fill a (2) permanent positions, both working 75 hours bi-weekly.
It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill future permanent and term positions.
This is not a contract posting.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon with travel to Yukon communities.
You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
Copy of the Dental Hygiene Diploma or degree (plus your equivalency assessment from the Federation of Dental Hygiene Regulators of Canada (FDHRC) if applicable);
Registration with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for a Dental Hygienist license;
Valid class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent;
RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check;
TB Screening;
WHMIS 2015, to be obtained within 1 month of hire;
CPR certificate, to be obtained within 6 months of hire;
Transportation of dangerous goods certificate, to be obtained within 6 months. Job requirements This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
City Travel: This position is assigned to different schools within the city of Whitehorse for set periods of time; staff are responsible for getting to and from their assigned sites (per relevant policies).
Community Travel: Extensive travel required throughout the rest of the communities in the Yukon will be required (up to 1-3 weeks per trip); a government issued fleet vehicle will be provided by Yukon Government.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be comfortable working with young children (preschool and school-age).
Exposure to physical hazards that may include communicable diseases, chemical exposure from medicaments and sanitization products, and radiation from taking x-rays.
Exposure to a variety of hazardous materials that have toxic properties, requiring special handling, spillage and waste disposal procedures. Candidate is responsible for locating and securing their own housing; this is not provided by Yukon Government. Learn more
For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453. Eligibility List 12 months Post Date 25 June 2026 Close Date 24 September 2026
Dental Hygiene Diploma or degree.
Current Canadian license or eligibility to be licensed as a Dental Hygienist with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Experience providing various dental services to children and youth.
Experience working in public health and/or with First Nation’s communities (asset).
Training and experience with Silver Diamine Fluoride and Interim Stabilization Therapy (asset).
Understanding and adherence to the Dental Hygienists’ Code of Ethics & Code of Conduct.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated high standards and adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
Strong ability to work autonomously and plan/manage a large, diverse workload.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships through collaboration.
Excellent approach in working with children and families.
Leadership skills demonstrating aptitude in public health and program/service delivery.
copy of diploma/degree (and equivalency assessment if applicable), Yukon license registration, valid class 5 driver’s licence (or equivalent), RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check, TB screening, WHMIS 2015 within 1 month of hire, CPR within 6 months of hire, transportation of dangerous goods certificate within 6 months of hire
Market context
Dental hygienist positions in Yukon are often shaped by public-sector and community oral health needs, especially for children, youth, and First Nation communities. These roles can be competitive because they require both current Canadian licensure or Yukon eligibility and experience in public health settings, along with a dental hygiene diploma or degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensing status and public health experience before applying.