Dental assistant

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• Prepare patients for dental examinations
• Prepare plaster models and moulds
• Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases
• Order dental and office supplies
• Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Maintain and order supplies
• Mould wax over dentures set-up
• Perform reception and clerical duties
• Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Take and develop X-rays
• Record dental procedures performed on patients
• Invoice patients for dental services

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week