dental assistant

IQALUIT DENTAL CLINIC; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental clinic in Iqaluit is seeking a full-time dental assistant to support daily operations. This role requires a college diploma and 1-2 years of experience in a similar position. Responsibilities include preparing instruments, educating patients on oral hygiene, and performing clerical duties. The position offers competitive pay at $42.50 per hour and requires a criminal background check. Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• Experience as a dental assistant or similar role (1-2 years).
• Criminal record check required.
• Willingness to relocate if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Order dental and office supplies.
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials.
• Perform reception and clerical duties.
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene.

Skills

Patient education

Clerical duties

Instruments sterilization

X-ray development

Appointment scheduling

Education

College diploma or certificate (1-2 years)

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0
• Salary: 42.50 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Order dental and office supplies
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Perform reception and clerical duties
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
• Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Take and develop X-rays
• Record dental procedures performed on patients
• Fabricate and place temporary crowns and restorations
• Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Team player
• Reliability
• Disability benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-01-09

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

IQALUIT DENTAL CLINIC

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