Dental Assistant - Oral Maxillofacial Clinic
About the Opportunity
Under the supervision of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and Health Services Manager in a highly stressful constant changing environment, the Dental Assistant provides service to maintain the efficient daily operation of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department.
The Dental Assistant functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care for patients receiving outpatient oral surgery under local and conscious intravenous sedation.
Duties include surgical assisting, maintenance of a clean and organized environment, and adherence to appropriate infection control policies and procedures.
Other duties include exposing and developing radiographs (x-rays), taking alginate impressions, and performing intra / extra oral photography of patient pre and post operative orthognathic, cleft lip and palate, trauma and oncology surgery for medical / dental irregularities for legal documentation and study purposes.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following :
- Graduate of an approved Dental Assistant course
- Registered as a Dental Assistant in the Province of Nova Scotia
- Minimum of one year Registered Dental Assistant experience required
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Casual Relief Position
Compensation and Incentives
$24.96 - $27.89 Hourly
This position is currently eligible for a Market Adjustment. Eligibility for a Market Adjustment is reviewed periodically.