Certified Dental Assistant (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge)

Passion Dental Group; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Passion Dental Group (Anytime Dental) seeks a Dental Assistant (Level I or II) for placements in Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge. Earn CAD 24.00–30.00 per hour, commensurate with certification level and experience, with options for full-time or part-time schedules across 7 days a week.

Join a modern, patient-first practice known for warm, comfortable care and a collaborative team environment. Training and growth opportunities are emphasized as clinics operate with extended hours.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program (Level I or II).
• Active HARP certification.
• 1+ years of clinical dental assisting experience preferred; recent grads considered.
• Strong interpersonal communication and comfort with dental management software.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during routine and complex procedures (extractions, root canals, implants).
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.
• Sterilize treatment rooms and maintain IPAC standards.
• Take and process dental X-rays and digital scans.
• Support clinical administration and front desk tasks as needed.

Skills

Chairside support

Patient communication

Dental software

IPAC procedures

Education

Dental Assisting program Level I/II

Tools

Dental management software

Job description

Position Title: Dental Assistant (Level I or Level II)

Location: KWC Region – Placement at 1 of our 3 locations (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge)

Company: Passion Dental Group (Anytime Dental)

Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience)

About the Role

At Passion Dental Group, we believe great dental care goes beyond procedures—it’s about creating a warm, comfortable experience, building lasting trust, and helping our patients feel their absolute best.

We are expanding across the region and looking for dedicated and compassionate Level I or Level II Dental Assistants to join our team. You will have the opportunity to be placed at one of our modern, state-of-the‑art clinics across Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge. Whether you are a Level I assistant looking to grow your clinical expertise or an experienced Level II certified assistant ready to make an immediate impact, we offer a supportive, high‑energy environment where your skills and patient‑first mindset are genuinely valued.

Role Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available
• Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience)
• Schedule: Flexible availability required for Days, Evenings, and Weekends (Clinics operate 7 days a week with extended operating hours)
• Location: Dedicated placement at one clinic location within the KWC region (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge)

What You’ll Do

• Chairside Support: Assist dentists during a variety of routine and complex clinical procedures, including extractions, root canals, bone grafts, and implant surgeries.
• Patient Care & Education: Guide patients through their appointments, explaining post-treatment care, oral hygiene practices, and treatment procedures with empathy and clarity.
• Sterilization & IPAC: Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments in strict compliance with infection control protocols.
• Radiology & Diagnostics: Take and process dental X-rays and digital scans.
• Clinical Administration: Maintain accurate digital patient records, assist with inventory management, and support front desk operations with scheduling or patient intake when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certification: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program (Level I or Level II certification).
• Certifications: Active HARP certification.
• Experience: 1+ years of clinical dental assisting experience preferred, though motivated recent graduates are encouraged to apply.Communication & Tech Skills: Strong interpersonal communication skills and comfort with dental management software and digital tools.
• Availability: Evening and weekend availability to support clinic operating hours.

Preferred Assets:

• Experience with iTero scanning.
• Up-to-date IPAC and WHMIS training.

Why Join Passion Dental Group?

We invest in our people first. Our goal is to build an exceptional internal culture where continuous learning, professional growth, and personal success are actively supported in a modern, non-traditional practice environment.

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