Overview
Languages : English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
- Dental assisting / assistant
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Dental practiceIndependently owned businessResponsibilities
Prepare patients for dental examinationsOrder dental and office suppliesPrepare dental instruments and filling materialsMaintain and order suppliesPerform reception and clerical dutiesSterilize and maintain instruments and equipmentEducate patients concerning oral hygieneSchedule and confirm appointmentsPerform intra-oral dutiesRecord dental procedures performed on patientsInvoice patients for dental servicesTake preliminary impressions for diagnostic castsCredentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Membership in the Canadian Dental Assistants AssociationRegistration with provincial or territorial authoritiesCertification by the National Dental Assisting Examining BoardExperience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
MS WindowsArea of specialization
Crowns and bridgesAdditional information
Security and safety
Criminal record checkWork conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureRepetitive tasksPhysically demandingManual dexterityAbility to distinguish between coloursCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingHand-eye co-ordinationLarge workloadPersonal suitability
Client focusFlexibilityExcellent oral communicationInterpersonal awarenessReliabilityBenefits
Health benefits
Dental planDisability benefitsHealth care planbershParamedical services coverageFinancial benefits
Life insuranceOther Benefits
Team building opportunitiesTravel insuranceEmployment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups :
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognitionOffers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employeesProvides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugeesDoes not require Canadian work experienceSupport for youths
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employmentOffers on-the-job training tailored to youthOffers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youthProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youthSupport for Indigenous people
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous peopleOffers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workersDevelops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizationsProvides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers#J-18808-Ljbffr