dental assistant

Dr. Archer T. Guy D.D.S. & Associates; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dental practice in Port Hope is seeking a Dental Assistant to prepare patients for examinations and manage dental instruments. The ideal candidate will hold a certification in dental assisting, or be willing to train. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments and educating patients about oral hygiene. This is a full-time position with a focus on patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have Healing arts radiation protection (HARP) Certification.
• Experience in dental assisting is preferred but will train.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Invoice patients for dental services.

Education

College or non-university certificate in Dental Assisting

Job description

Education :

Expérience :

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Dental assisting / assistant

Work setting

• Dental practice
• Independently owned business

Tasks

• Prepare patients for dental examinations
• Prepare plaster models and moulds
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
• Perform reception and clerical duties
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Invoice patients for dental services

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Healing arts radiation protection (HARP) Certification

Screening questions

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

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