DENTAL ASSISTANT

Northern Health - BC; Smithers; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a passionate Dental Assistant for its Public Health department in Smithers. This part-time role offers a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits, and an opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to community health.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental and pension plan.

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant with knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Required documents: Registration number and supporting education qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental health prevention and promotion services.
• Work in accordance with professional practice standards.

Education

Program certificates or diplomas

Job description

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• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position**
  
  

• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position**
  
  

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Dental Assistant looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Public Health department.

Reporting to the Program Lead, and in alignment with the vision and values of the organization, this position practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia and provides dental health prevention and promotion services for communities and populations in Northern Health.

New Wage: As of April 1, 2024, the new wage is: $22.58 - $29.15/hour

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Week 1 Tues to Fri 7.5 hr days; Wk 2 Tues-Thur 7.5 hr/day Fri 4.5 hr day Rotating, Days - 08:30 to 16:30

Bulkley Valley District Hospital is a 24-bed Acute Care facility,

which integrates home and community care into one facility. Some of the services include:

• Emergency/outpatient
• Medical
• Surgical
• Maternity
• Palliative Care
• Psychiatric Observation Unit
• Laboratory
• Pediatric services
• Radiology (X-ray, Mammography, Ultrasound)
• Home and Community Care
• Community Cancer Clinic
• Diverse programs of visiting specialists and surgeons
  
  

Smithers Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town’s Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. Check out Smithers where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
  
  

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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