Dental Assistant / Assistant. dentaire - Perth-Andover Dental

America's Swimming Pool Co. - Augusta & Columbia; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Group RRSP with employer contributions

Telemedicine access 24/7

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early wage access

Exclusive employee discounts

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Perth-Andover Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a patient-focused team, combining clinical dental assistance with administrative responsibilities, with 1–2 days per week dedicated to admin tasks.

The role supports the dental team to provide exceptional patient care, contributing to smooth clinic operations and an efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent training in dental assisting.
• Valid certification/licensure to practice as required by provincial regulations.
• HARP certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for procedures.
• Clinical: Assist dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Clinical: Sterilize and maintain instruments according to protocols.
• Clinical: Welcome patients and ensure comfort during visits.
• Clinical: Update and maintain patient records.
• Clinical: Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Clinical: Adhere to health, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Dental Assistant diploma or training

Certification/licensure to practice

HARP certification

Job description

Dental Assistant – Clinical & Administrative Support

Perth-Andover Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our professional and patient-focused team. This position combines clinical dental assisting with administrative responsibilities, with approximately 1 to 2 days per week dedicated to administrative duties.

The successful candidate will support the dental team in providing exceptional patient care while also contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the practice.

Responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments for procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments in accordance with established protocols.
• Welcome patients and help ensure a positive and comfortable experience.
• Accurately update and maintain patient records.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering clinical supplies.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and infection control standards and clinic policies.

Administrative responsibilities

• Support the administrative team with various daily office tasks.
• Welcome and assist patients at the reception desk as needed.
• Answer phone calls and respond to patient inquiries.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
• Process payments and assist with billing and administrative follow-up.
• Maintain accurate patient information and records.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant diploma or recognized training.
• Valid certification and/or license to practice, as required by provincial regulations.
• Valid HARP certification (required)
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable performing both clinical and administrative duties.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous dental clinic experience is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions.
• 24/7 telemedicine services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Early access to earned wages.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.
• And much more!

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

Assistant.e dentaire – Volet clinique et administratif

Perth-Andover Dental est à la recherche d’un.e assistant.e dentaire dynamique et professionnel.le pour se joindre à son équipe. Ce poste combine des tâches d’assistance dentaire et des responsabilités administratives, avec environ 1 à 2 journées par semaine consacrées aux tâches administratives.

La personne recherchée contribuera à offrir une expérience positive aux patients tout en soutenant l’équipe dentaire et en participant au bon fonctionnement de la clinique.

Responsabilités

Volet clinique

• Préparer les salles de traitement et le matériel nécessaire aux interventions.
• Assister le dentiste pendant les examens et les traitements.
• Assurer la stérilisation et l’entretien des instruments conformément aux protocoles en vigueur.
• Accueillir les patients et contribuer à leur confort tout au long de leur visite.
• Mettre à jour les dossiers des patients avec précision.
• Participer à la gestion de l’inventaire et à la commande des fournitures cliniques.
• Respecter les normes de santé et de sécurité ainsi que les protocoles de contrôle des infections.

Volet administratif

• Soutenir l’équipe administrative dans les différentes tâches quotidiennes.
• Accueillir les patients à la réception au besoin.
• Répondre aux appels téléphoniques et aux demandes des patients.
• Planifier et confirmer les rendez-vous.
• Effectuer les paiements et contribuer à la facturation et aux suivis administratifs.
• Maintenir les renseignements et dossiers des patients à jour.
• Effectuer diverses tâches administratives afin d’assurer le bon fonctionnement de la clinique.

Exigences

• Diplôme ou formation reconnue en assistance dentaire.
• Certification ou permis d’exercice valide, selon les exigences provinciales.
• Certification HARP valide (obligatoire)
• Excellentes aptitudes en communication et en service à la clientèle.
• Sens de l’organisation, rigueur et souci du détail.
• À l’aise d’effectuer des tâches à la fois cliniques et administratives.
• Capacité à travailler efficacement dans un environnement dynamique.
• Expérience en clinique dentaire, un atout.

Ce que nous offrons

• Rémunération concurrentielle selon l’expérience et les qualifications.
• REER collectif avec contribution de l’employeur.
• Service de télémédecine accessible 24 h/24, 7 j/7.
• Programme d’aide aux employés et employées (PAE).
• Accès anticipé à votre paie.
• Rabais exclusifs pour les employés.
• Possibilités de formation continue et de développement professionnel.
• Environnement de travail accueillant, respectueux et collaboratif.
• Et bien plus encore !