Dental Assistant

Llrib; La Ronge; Sur place; CAD 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Schools seek a self-motivated Dental Assistant to support the Dental Therapy Program for children.

You will prepare and assist the Dental Therapist/ Dentist during procedures, provide fluoride treatments, and promote dental health education within the community.

Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are essential to build trust with families and support school-based dental care initiatives in Saskatchewan.

Qualifications

• Certified in Dental Assisting and registered (or eligible for registration) with the Saskatchewan Dental Assistants' Association.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and public relations skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and willingness to travel when required.
• Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
• Ability to speak Cree is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Provide Fluoride Treatments to clients.
• Provide instructions on oral hygiene (Brushing & flossing).
• Booking and confirming appointments.
• Document client records.
• Provide infection control/sterilization and maintain a positive public relation with clients.
• General office duties.

Connaissances

Strong organization skills

Multitasking

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Public relations

Independent and team work

Formation

Certified in Dental Assisting and registered or eligible for registration with Saskatchewan Dental Assistants' Association

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

We are looking for a self-motivated Dental Assistant with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills to help deliver and promote our Dental Care Program. By providing dental services and dental health education to children enrolled in the Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Dental Therapy Program.

About the Organization:

LLRIBHS promotes Dental Health services and Dental Health education to all community members of LLRIB. We work closely with the schools and other health organizations. Together with others, we work to build capacity and educate as we both address acute needs and the determinants of health.

About the position:

Working within the Lac La Ronge Indian Band Schools you will prepare and assist the Dental Therapist / Dentist during dental procedures.

Duties:

• Provide Fluoride Treatments to clients;
• Provide instructions on oral hygiene (Brushing & flossing);
• Booking and confirming appointments;
• Document client records;
• Provide infection control/sterilization and maintain a positive public relation with clients;
• General office duties;

Qualifications

• Certified in Dental Assisting and registered (Or eligible for registration) with Saskatchewan Dental Assistants' Association;
• Strong organization skills & able to multi-task;
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member;
• Intermediate computer skills & experience using Microsoft Office;
• Excellent verbal, written communication & public relation skills;
• Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license & able to travel when required
• Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset;
• Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset;