dental assistant

ACCESS DENTAL; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Kelowna is seeking a dental assistant for a permanent role. Candidates should have experience in dental examinations and education, along with strong communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing patients, maintaining instruments, and taking X-rays. The position offers a 40-hour workweek with dental benefits and parking availability.

Benefits

Dental plan

Parking available

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a dental practice.
• Ability to prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Understanding of dental instruments and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plaster models and moulds.
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene.
• Take and develop X-rays.

Skills

Client focus

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

College / CEGEP

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Windows

Job description

Education

• College / CEGEP

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Dental practice

Tasks

• Prepare patients for dental examinations
• Prepare plaster models and moulds
• Order dental and office supplies
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
• Perform intra-oral duties
• Take and develop X-rays
• Invoice patients for dental services
• Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Outlook
• MS Windows

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Team player
• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability

Health benefits

• Dental plan

Other benefits

• Parking available

Job Details

• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week