dental assistant

Nepean Dental Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental centre in Ottawa is seeking a dental laboratory assistant to supervise a team and handle administrative tasks. The role requires not only technical expertise but also the ability to train others and educate patients on good oral hygiene practices. Candidates must hold a HARP Certification and have relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a non-university program (3 months to less than 1 year).
• HARP Certification required.
• Experience of 7 months to less than 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train dental assistants.
• Order supplies and maintain the dental laboratory's functions.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.

Skills

Supervision

Training

Administrative Function

Patient Education

Education

College or non-university diploma

Job description

• Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience : 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

Tasks

• Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions
• Train other dental laboratory assistants
• Order dental and office supplies
• Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Maintain and order supplies
• Perform reception and clerical duties
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
• Supervise students in training
• Schedule and confirm appointments

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Healing arts radiation protection (HARP) Certification

Work conditions and physical capabilities