certified dental assistant

123Dentist Inc.; Whitby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Durham Region is seeking a dental assistant to prepare patients, manage instruments, and educate clients on oral hygiene. The ideal candidate has a relevant diploma and is willing to learn, with strong organizational skills being vital for this role. This position offers full-time hours and various health benefits.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Team building opportunities

Parking available

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Order dental and office supplies.
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Take and develop X-rays.
• Record dental procedures performed on patients.
• Invoice patients for dental services.

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Job description

Qualifications

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks

• Prepare patients for dental examinations
• Order dental and office supplies
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Take and develop X-rays
• Record dental procedures performed on patients
• Invoice patients for dental services

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week