*Dental Assistant

The Marshall Group-Staffing, Recruitment & Employment Agency (Dental & Medical); Georgetown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local dental office in Georgetown is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to assist with various dental procedures. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of experience, with knowledge of Abeldent being an asset. This role involves patient care, sterilization of instruments, and taking x-rays. Flexible work hours are available, and compensation ranges from $25 to $30 depending on experience. Interested applicants should submit their resume as a Word document.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of Abeldent is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assisting dentist during procedures and managing instruments.
• Sterilizing instruments and taking x-rays of patients' teeth.
• Advising patients on dental care and hygiene.

Skills

Dental Assistance

Patient Care

Communication

Tools

Abeldent

Job description

Overview

Dental office in Georgetown is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant.

Position/Job Requirements

• Experienced Dental Assistant
• Must have minimum of 2-3 years of experience
• Abeldent knowledge/experience an asset

Location

Georgetown

Hours

Ideally work 1 or 2 evenings but flexible - finish usually 6:30/7

• Mon (8-5)
• Tues (8-7)
• Wed (8-7)
• Thurs (8-7)
• Fri (8-2)

Compensation

$25-$30 depending on experience and performance

Job Overview

• Assisting dentist during dental procedures that features handing instruments and other materials
• Sterilizing instruments
• Assisting dentist with crowns, bridges, porcelain veneers, dental implants, Invisalign, teeth whitening, fillings, extractions and mouthguards
• Placement and removal of rubber dams
• Taking x-rays of patients' teeth and exposing dental diagnostic x-rays
• Using suction and swabs to keep patients' mouths clear and dry during procedures
• Taking preliminary impressions of teeth for study models
• Applying pit and fissure sealants and topical anesthetics
• Questioning patients about their medical history and recording the information for dentist's reference
• Advising patients on dental care, oral hygiene and plaque control programs
• Making patients of all ages feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment

Please submit resume as a Word document.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.