What Is The Wage Per Hour In Lethbridge Alberta???

jacky in Alberta said: You should take into consideration that private schools are very expensive $35,000 to $40,000 for tuition alone. A $60 per hour job is not the average wage and living in Calgary is very expensive. Think about if you really want to do hygiene. I am not trying to discourage you but if you hate coming to work everyday it would not be worth it. I got a degree first because I enjoyed the education and then I decided what I wanted as a job. Do not make your decision based on wages alone, many of my friends did now some are back in school and some hate going to work everyday. However, if you are a patient people person you should go for it there is a lot of job satisfaction for the right person.

I agree with this statement.

Kris in Kitchener, Ontario said: I want to move out west, my parents live in B.C but my boy friend wants to move to Alberta because of better job opportunities for him. I was just wondering if anyone knows the difference between wages for a Dental Hygienist in Alberta and then in BC ?

Hello there Kris,
I am currently recruiting an RDH for a Maternity leave position at $65.00/hour in Peace River,AB at WEst Hill Dental.
Our position starts in Sept 1st, 2008 - do you know of any colleagues of yours who would be interested.
We also follow the LVI continuum and intend on offering all expense paid trip for continuing ed trip to vegas with my staff with a committment of a year to complete the Mat. leave.
Look forward to your reply.
Dr Zoe

Hi there,
I am moving to Alberta... not sure where yet, depending on where i get a job offer. I was wondering if someone could recommend a local site in Alberta or any good site for finding a dental hygiene job.
Thank you in advanced,
Tiffany Quinn

I have a Full time $65.00/hour position at my clinic in Peace River, AB
starting in September 2008 -Septemeber 2009.
Please fax us your resume to 780-624-8596 if you are interested in pursuing this great opportunity!
Most sincerely,
Dr Zoe Nath

To Dental Hygiene111@yahoo.com

I have a FT Hygiene position at my office in Peace River Alberta. $65.00/hour
This area is booming with the oil industry as you must already be aware!!
To give you a sketch of our services- we have Walmart, Can. Tire, Tim Horton's , McDonalds, AW, DQ, soon to have Shoppers Drugmart (4 other pharmacies) a beautiful hospital, 5 other dental clinics in town, AND BEAUTIFUL SCENERERY with a wide river valley of the Peace River at the heart of the town.

Please call us if you are interested in pursuing this opportunity at 780-624-2004
and fax us your resume to 780-624-8596

Thanks so much!
Dr Zoe

To Dr. Zoe,
I am a dental hygienist and looking for the position at your office.
friendly manner, hard work, dedicated personality and well organized. very flexible about working during the weekends too if needed.
Please contact me at bilal-sono@hotmail.com or feel free to call me as I left my number on your office's answering machine. looking forwards to hearing from you.

Thanks so much!
Dr Zoe

ALVINA in Toronto, Ontario said: I am planning to move to Winnipeg and i was wondering if anyone knows that the hourly average wage for dental hygienist.

In Winnipeg right now, hygienists are making about $34-40 per hour.

What is the wage per hour in Edmonton alberta? Do many offices hire on commission? If so what is the % ?

I recently moved to Calgary and I am trying to find employment as a hygienist. I was wondering if anyone had an suggestions on how to search for jobs? Other than the newspaper I really do not know where to start. I also read something above about a temp agency KDM?? how would i go about contacting them.

There are always postings on the KDM website. Their website is: http://142.179.148.25/

Michelle in Winnipeg, Manitoba said: In Winnipeg right now, hygienists are making about $34-40 per hour.

Hey Michelle,

Do You know of any Dental Agencies in Winnipeg. If you do can you please e-mail them to me at alvina1@can.rogers.ca. THANKS

Hi Alvina,

Tried your email but it was rejected. :(
The only agency I know of is Locum Services. I've applied with them before and never accepted work because they pay quite on the low side. I think last I checked, it was $31/hr.

It is easy to do much better than that, just about anywhere. If you are a CDHA member, you can contact the MDHA and ask for a list of who's hiring. You can also try contacting the MDA.

Have you checked out WinnipegFreePress Online? Jobs are most numerous in the Saturday editions.

I hope this helps a little. Good luck!!

Hey! does any body knows how much a CDA gets paid in british columbia, toronto and Alberta? I'll appreciate your information. Thank you!!

Does anyone know how much DH's earn in Maple Ridge, BC?

Hi Corrine in Calgary:

You can try craigslist and click on Alberta, then Calgary, then click on medical health, and write keywork dental hygienist, good luck, hope this helps you. mc

Can anyone tell me if you need to write a test to practice dental hygiene in Manitoba or Sasketchwan? Iam a US hygienist. Thank you MC

Hi. yes you need to write a national board exam to practice in saskatchewan. For more information contact the SDHA. Saskatchewan Dental Hygiene Association.

Hello, I am currently going into my second and final year of dental hygiene in Sudbury ON. I am planning on moving (anywhere) to acquire a job. I noticed there are a lot of experienced hygienists that post on here; can any of you give me some advice as to where the best jobs are and how I should go about getting it???
Thanks

Does anyone know of the current rate of pay for hygiene jobs in Calgary for evening and weekends only?

Can anyone tell me what the job market is like in SASKATOON SASKATCHEWAN for RDH. Is it hard to find a job there??

What are the WAGES per hour?? Do many dentists pay commission?? (what is the %) ??

What is the best way to find a RDH job in SASKATOON?? (star pheonix does not seem to have much).

I will be moving there and would appreciate any and all feedback!!

Thanks

Hello. I run a temp agency called saulsolutions if you are interested you can e-mail me at saulsolutions@live.ca and let me know if you want full time or part time. If you do not want to go the temp route pick the area of the city you want to live in and put out resume's in that area and see what happens most hygienists will have work within a few weeks. My understanding is that wages run from $32 to $40 an hour. Hope this helps you out. Devona

Hey everyone, I just moved to Alberta and am considering taking DH in school. Can anyone recommend any good schools? I heard it is a very difficult program? Any feedback would be great! :)

shelly in Calgary, Alberta said: I am a dental hygienist in Calgary. I make $60.00 per hour and am under no pressure to produce. I get a paid half hour lunch everyday, uniform allowance and benefits. I have 5 years experience. Its up to you to command how much you are paid and how you are treated, regardless of experience. Be very firm and stand your ground...otherwise you will just get pushed around.[/QUOTE

My dentist

shelly in Calgary, Alberta said: I am a dental hygienist in Calgary. I make $60.00 per hour and am under no pressure to produce. I get a paid half hour lunch everyday, uniform allowance and benefits. I have 5 years experience. Its up to you to command how much you are paid and how you are treated, regardless of experience. Be very firm and stand your ground...otherwise you will just get pushed around.

Hi Shelly
My dentist thinks he is more than generous to pay me $50/hr for six years experience CARA

Hi, I will be sending my applications into colleges soon! I was reading some previous responses and the salary sounds awesome, especially to a 17 year old who cant buy herself a car lol. Anyway, what would the salary be for a hygienists right out of school in Toronto? Also, a college recommends taking a Pre-Health Science course due to the "Health rigors of the program"...do you guys recommend taking such a course? Or, is it just a money grab? I am kinda scared that I will have trouble in this course. I have taken a Co-op and learned a lot, I even got to preform some procedures like putting seals on teeth, with help of course. So I am not totally clueless. What do you recommend? Taking the Pre- Health science course, or trying to get straight in( if i can)?

Also i do pretty good in school 70's to high 80 or sometimes 90's.

THANKS!!!

By the way i dont live in Angus, for all who know what a gross place that is haha. Anways i actually live in Barrie.

Around what wage would a RDH with 1 year experience make an hour in Edmonton? Thanks.

Nada in Calgary, Alberta said: The best Temp Agency in Calgary is KDM. They are amazing to work for!! As far as I know, you get paid per hour. Salary ranges according to experience.

Hi Nada, how long have you been working in Calgary for? I am a new grad in Toronto and am wondering if I should contact an agency as a start or should I physically go to to Calgary and hunt for a full time there? Or is there any other way like applying directly from Toronto? Also is there a difference in salary for a new grad? Appreciate your help.

Sandy in Edmonton, Alberta said: Crystal,

I worked in Lethbridge a year and a bit ago. I made 47.50 per hour. I worked for a very generous dentist. I work in edmonton and I make $50 per hour. I have made $65 plus per hour working commission here in Edmonton. I worked some Saturdays for a dentist in Calgary and made $70 per hour.

Hope that helps

Hi Snady. Just wondering is it because you have a number of years of experience. The pay sounds very motivating compared to Toronto right now. But how about job availability. Is there a lot of compitition in Edminton? How would it be for a new grad if I am interested to apply there and how could I go about finding a job (how could I apply for one)? and don't mind me asking one more question. How is the cost of living there compared to Toronto specially for a family of four? appreciate your response.

What are hygienist charging out at for temping?? There seems to be quite a range.

Thanks:-)

Dr Zoe Nath in Peace River, Alberta said: Hello there Kris,
I am currently recruiting an RDH for a Maternity leave position at $65.00/hour in Peace River,AB at WEst Hill Dental.
Our position starts in Sept 1st, 2008 - do you know of any colleagues of yours who would be interested.
We also follow the LVI continuum and intend on offering all expense paid trip for continuing ed trip to vegas with my staff with a committment of a year to complete the Mat. leave.
Look forward to your reply.
Dr Zoe

Dr. Zoe Nath

I'm curious, were you able to fill your hygiene position.

I would like to know more about peace river.
Housing, schools, job opportunties.

I am looking to relocate and would like to consider your area.

Tracey Floriancic RDH

Silvia in Toronto, Ontario said: Hi Snady. Just wondering is it because you have a number of years of experience. The pay sounds very motivating compared to Toronto right now. But how about job availability. Is there a lot of compitition in Edminton? How would it be for a new grad if I am interested to apply there and how could I go about finding a job (how could I apply for one)? and don't mind me asking one more question. How is the cost of living there compared to Toronto specially for a family of four? appreciate your response.

For a new grad in Edmonton usually you are looking between $48-$52/hour, I believe its around the same if you go with a temp agency as well. There are a lot of job opportunities here in Edmonton, look in the local paper (Edmonton journal)

Hello everyone. I live in the US and my family and I want to head on up to Canada here in the next few years. I plan on being finished with Hygiene school in 2.5 years and want to move up there after that. Looks like the market is good up there for hygienist too. The pay sounds about the same as it does here - between 40-50 or 33% commission depending on where you go. I don't know where we would live in Canada. We are keeping our options open for now but I hear Calgary is the place to go. We live about 30 minutes from Washington DC and want to move somewhere where it is family oriented not so job oriented. We want a house and a yard and nice neighbors and we just don't have that here. Our traffic is HORRIBLE..It takes about 40-minutes to drive 10 miles.. The cost of living is crazy too. We live in a 1,000 square foot apartment and are paying $1,110 per month(and that is cheap!). So anyways...we want out of here. Any suggestions? And if I finished my schooling here, do you know if I could just take my boards there or would I have to take classes as well? We are able to do local anesthesia here too. Can you do that in Canada? Thanks so much....
-An American wanting to be Canadian.
p.s.what is canadian food????there are no "Canadian" restaurants....

I believe you have take a test to make sure you are qualified up to the Canadian standards. You can find the exact information on this on the internet. No anesthesia, dentists do.

And, "Canadian food" haha, not sure what that is. However, I have visited the states many times and have noticed few differences in the food. The food here is much healthier: Soda sizes are smaller, food portions are smaller (Even at fast food, and fine restaurants. At Tim Hortons in the states, the small is our medium and the large is our extra large.

Also, you will find the cost of living is not that cheap either. Things in Canada are very expensive compared to the states. For example, I was about to buy a new car for 30,000 and when I went to the states (Exact same car 08, so no damage) was being sold for 18,000. The cost of living also is different province to province. Alberta has a high cost of living. I live in Ontario, about 2 hours from Toronto. I currently live in a house that is around 1600sqr feet bungalow (not counting basement) and would easily sell for 360,000, in a small town with a large yard and a nice subdivision.

**also you will find a recycling bin everywhere ( when I go to the USA I cringe every time I throw my plastic water bottle in the garbage)

Actually local anaesthesia is administered by dental hygienists in at least a few provinces, including BC, Alberta and Manitoba. Saskatchewan too, I believe.

Calgary is a great city with a very high DH wage, but the
even-higher cost of living will shock you. It is nearly as bad as Vancouver and Toronto in terms of getting a house with a yard. Financially out of the question for regular folk. You'd be better off in a slightly smaller city earning a little less and spending a lot less to live. If you're not accustomed to harsh weather, you should check out CLIMATE as a big factor before you decide on a particular province.

In terms of qualifications, there is a Canadian Board exam and I believe passing that is all that's required to practice in Canada. Check with the CDHA to be sure.

Good luck! Hope this helps.

would there be a huge difference in living costs for a family moving from toronto to Edminton or Calgary?
thank you for your help.

Kayla in Orillia, Ontario said: I believe you have take a test to make sure you are qualified up to the Canadian standards. You can find the exact information on this on the internet. No anesthesia, dentists do.

And, "Canadian food" haha, not sure what that is. However, I have visited the states many times and have noticed few differences in the food. The food here is much healthier: Soda sizes are smaller, food portions are smaller (Even at fast food, and fine restaurants. At Tim Hortons in the states, the small is our medium and the large is our extra large.

Also, you will find the cost of living is not that cheap either. Things in Canada are very expensive compared to the states. For example, I was about to buy a new car for 30,000 and when I went to the states (Exact same car 08, so no damage) was being sold for 18,000. The cost of living also is different province to province. Alberta has a high cost of living. I live in Ontario, about 2 hours from Toronto. I currently live in a house that is around 1600sqr feet bungalow (not counting basement) and would easily sell for 360,000, in a small town with a large yard and a nice subdivision.

**also you will find a recycling bin everywhere ( when I go to the USA I cringe every time I throw my plastic water bottle in the garbage)

Thanks so much for the info. It does sound more expensive than here. I love winter...I hate summer...That is a huge reason why we want to live there. I love that it is healthier and there are recycling bins too. Sounds great! I gotta learn the national anthem:) Thanks!

Michelle in Winnipeg, Manitoba said: Actually local anaesthesia is administered by dental hygienists in at least a few provinces, including BC, Alberta and Manitoba. Saskatchewan too, I believe.
Good luck! Hope this helps.

Thanks so much! What cities are you talking about? I know a few people up there so I want to know which cities to ask them about.Thanks so much!

avkesten@hotmail.com in Plymouth, Michigan said: Hi! I am a recent dental graduate from Toronto. I have 10 years experience in the dental field as a receptionist, office coordinator and a Preventive Dental Assistant Level II and seeking full time employment as a hygiene. I can send my resume and cover letter if the position is still open?

Alexandra Kesten RDH Ontario

DR. ZOE NATH.....

I WILL FAX RESUME/COVER LETTER TOMORROW....WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 10..THANKS....
HAVE A FRIEND WHO WILL BE WORKING IN RED DEER ALBERTA...

WANT TO GET A FLIGHT OUT TO CALGARY ASAP AND CHECK OUT THE CITY, RED DEER AND SURROUNDING AREAS OF ALBERTA...HEARD THE PROVINCE IS BEAUTIFUL AND EMPLOYMENT IS APPEALING.

HOW FAR IS LAKE LOUISE? SKI AREAS? SCHOOL SYSTEMS IN PEACE RIVER? OTHER FACILITIES? TENNIS, SWIMMING? ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. HAVE A GREAT DAY!

I AM USING A FRIEND'S COMPUTER IN MICHIGAN BUT LIVE IN TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA

ALEXANDRA KESTEN (ALIX)
TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA
AVKESTEN@HOTMAIL.COM

now that hygienists can work independantly, can anyone tell me the benefits of getting a percentage from the dentist or going independant and getting 5% more?

im wondering how can i practice as a dental hygienist here in calgary because im a foreign trained dentist as well as a graduate of dental hygiene course from the philppines.where can i go for my credential evaluation or do i need to undergo an additional formal studies in order to practice dental hygiene.thanks

hi,
im here in calgary now as a tourist and i would like to know from anyone because im a graduate of dentistry and have worked as a dental assistant,would it be possible for me work here in calgary as one.what are the requirements and procedures that i have to do before i can practice a career in dental assisting.thanks a lot

I have recntly moved to the Windsor area and I am looking for pt/temp work. I have 8 yrs experience in both general practice and Ortho. I am having a hard time getting started with my job search- does anyone in the area have advice for me? Thanks in advance for all the help!

woman in uniform in Sarnia, Ontario said: now that hygienists can work independantly, can anyone tell me the benefits of getting a percentage from the dentist or going independant and getting 5% more?

I am a self-emplyed dental hygienist who currently gets paid 40% commission for xrays, exams (when I help the dentist), probing, scaling, polish and fl2. I am generally an exception to the rule because most dentists I have worked for in the past have paid only hourly wage depending on experience. My wage exceeds $200,000 a year but I work longer days and I work for a generous employer. It is nice to be self-employed because I save a ton in taxes but for the most part I have found we are at the mercy of the dentist and what they are willing to pay. Hope this helps.

Andrea in Calgary, Alberta said: I am a self-emplyed dental hygienist who currently gets paid 40% commission for xrays, exams (when I help the dentist), probing, scaling, polish and fl2. I am generally an exception to the rule because most dentists I have worked for in the past have paid only hourly wage depending on experience. My wage exceeds $200,000 a year but I work longer days and I work for a generous employer. It is nice to be self-employed because I save a ton in taxes but for the most part I have found we are at the mercy of the dentist and what they are willing to pay. Hope this helps.

Hi Andrea,

How many years experience do you have in the field?

so how does that compare to being paid commission from the dentist? I am currently paid hourly so have no idea about the independant compared to commission.

Karen in Edmonton, Alberta said: Hi Andrea,

How many years experience do you have in the field?

Hi Karen, I only have 8 years experience but have worked for a couple of very good periodontists in the city. I learned more in the four years that I worked at these practices than I had working anywhere else. The mentorship from other hygienists that had 18 years+ experience was phenomonal. They pushed me to a new level of hygiene that is difficult to get working in private practice. I currently work for immigrant dentists that have a majority of immigrants and the dental I.Q. is low. They rely on my experience to help maintain a higher level of hygiene and if I cannot control the disease, I will suggest they be referred out. Perio patients number in the 80-85% range at this practice. (Sorry for the long answer)

woman in uniform in Sarnia, Ontario said: so how does that compare to being paid commission from the dentist? I am currently paid hourly so have no idea about the independant compared to commission.

Hi, when I was making an horly wage, I was being paid $55 to $60/hr. Commission will vary according to office - between 30-40% and every office charges different fees because there is no set fee guide like there is in Ontario. It's common to see many offices charge $60.00 for 1 unit of scaling in Calgary. On an average day I will take home in commission between $750 to $950 a day. Keep in mind though that I work longer hours and I work weekends - including some Sundays! Hope this helps, Andrea.

Andrea in Calgary, Alberta said: Hi, when I was making an horly wage, I was being paid $55 to $60/hr. Commission will vary according to office - between 30-40% and every office charges different fees because there is no set fee guide like there is in Ontario. It's common to see many offices charge $60.00 for 1 unit of scaling in Calgary. On an average day I will take home in commission between $750 to $950 a day. Keep in mind though that I work longer hours and I work weekends - including some Sundays! Hope this helps, Andrea.

Wow, you are the lucky one. Not so many dentists are willing to pay that high. And according to KDM temp agency the market for hygienists is quite slow now because so many hygienists are moving in to Calgary. Is this true?
Cara

Cara in Calgary, Alberta said: Wow, you are the lucky one. Not so many dentists are willing to pay that high. And according to KDM temp agency the market for hygienists is quite slow now because so many hygienists are moving in to Calgary. Is this true?
Cara

It mostly likely is true. In Ontario the market is saturated they all need jobs so Calgary is the place to go and make money.