Certified Dental Assistant

Interior Health; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Position Summary
We are seeking a Permanent Part Time Dental Assistant at Williams Lake Health Unit in Williams Lake, BC.

Days of work: Monday to Wednesday, Days

Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30

What we offer:

1. Employee & Family Assistance Program
2. Employer paid training/education opportunities
3. Employer paid vacation-Medical Services Plan
4. Employer paid insurance premiums
5. Extended health & dental coverage
6. Municipal Pension Plan
7. Work-life balance

What will you work on?

This position will provide Interior Health’s Dental staff offer prevention education to children 0 to 6 years of age and their caregivers in various community settings (e.g. Health Centres, Child Development Centres, Community Agencies, Friendship Centres, and schools). Dental Health Services offer presentations targeting Pregnancy Outreach groups, Early Years programs, preschools/daycares, and schools. The Lift the Lip dental program is offered at Health Centres for children ages 0 to 4 by appointment only. The program includes cavity risk assessments, dental screening, oral health education, and fluoride varnish application.

The Certified Dental Assistant assists with dental screening programs, the development and delivery of dental education programs and health promotion activities, preparing dental supplies and equipment, and completing data entry for screening programs and services. The Certified Dental Assistant functions with a great degree of independence with an understanding of policies and procedures involved with preventive dental programs.

Qualifications

1. Grade 12
2. Certified Dental Assistant Certificate
3. Registration and licensure as a Certified Dental Assistant in B.C.
4. One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5. Current valid BC Driver’s License

**Along with your CV (resume), please submit your High School Diploma, a Certified Dental Assistant Certificate from a recognized institution, and proof of registration and licensure as a Certified Dental Assistant in BC and current valid BC Driver’s License. Certificates/Diplomas/Transcripts must be from accredited Colleges/Universities.**
**ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.**