Dental Assistant

Adorna & Guzman Dentistry Professional Corporation; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dental practice in Mississauga is seeking a full-time dental assistant to perform various dental procedures and administrative duties. Ideal candidates should have secondary education and at least 3 years of experience in a dental clinic, along with strong English communication skills. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, as well as eligibility for bonuses and salary increases.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working in a Dental Clinic is required.
• Experience assisting with dental procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative/clerical duties such as scheduling appointments and monitoring patient records.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and general dental procedures.
• Provide patients with comfort and support.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Confident using dental instruments

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a group-setting

Education

Completion of secondary school

Job description

Terms of Employment: Full-time / Permanent

Employment Address: 800 Boyer Blvd #4, Mississauga, ON L5V 2Y1

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week

Language: English

Benefits: Eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or salary increases in accordance with company policy. Eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance and life insurance.

Salary: $ 36.00 CAD / hour

Duties:

• Performing administrative/clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, monitoring patient records, billing and insurance
• Preparing patients for dental examinations
• Assisting the dentist during examinations and general dental procedures, including but not limited to: dental implants, dental bridges, dental crowns, dental veneers, oral hygiene, restorative dentistry and tooth extractions
• Explaining treatments to patients prior to dental procedures
• Providing patients with comfort and support
• Sterilizing and maintaining instruments and dental equipment
• Educating patients on oral hygiene and methods to prevent tooth decay, cavities…etc.
• Preparing dental instruments, fillings, compounds and various dental materials
• Responsible for pouring impressions to create accurate dental models or casts and infection control procedures.
• Collaborating with dental team members

Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school is required
• 3+ years of experience working in a Dental Clinic is required
• Experience assisting with dental procedures is required
• Must be confident using dental instruments
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) is required
• Ability to work independently and in a group-setting