Certified Jobs in Halifax, NS

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care and assisting our dental professionals in delivering high-quality services.

Duties

• Assist dentists during examinations and procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary materials.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) as required.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update information in the Dentrix system.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow effectively.
• Support front office staff with administrative tasks as needed, including answering phones and handling patient inquiries.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure a positive patient experience.

Experience

Previous experience as a dental assistant is preferred, with knowledge of pediatrics and orthodontics being a plus.

Familiarity with dental software systems such as Dentrix or Epic is highly desirable.

Understanding of medical terminology related to dentistry is beneficial.

Experience in CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for dental applications is an advantage but not required.

Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and team members.

Work Details

Requirements

Work Location

In person