*Dental Assistant Level II*

The Marshall Group-Staffing, Recruitment & Employment Agency (Dental & Medical); Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Toronto is seeking an experienced Certified Dental Assistant. Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, sterilizing instruments, and taking x-rays. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience and is willing to learn oral surgery procedures. The position offers compensation of $25-30 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 1+ year of experience.
• Willingness to learn oral surgery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during dental procedures.
• Ensure instruments are sterilized.
• Take x-rays and preliminary impressions of teeth.

Skills

Assisting during dental procedures

Sterilizing instruments

Taking x-rays

Patient care

Oral surgery assistance

Job description

Overview

Oral Surgeon at Yonge/Sheppard is looking for an experienced Certified Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assisting dentist during dental procedures, including handing instruments and other materials
• Sterilizing instruments
• Assisting dentist with oral surgery procedures
• Taking x-rays of patients' teeth and exposing dental diagnostic x-rays
• Using suction and swabs to keep patients\' mouths clear and dry during procedures
• Taking preliminary impressions of teeth for study models
• Questioning patients about their medical history and recording the information for the dentist\'s reference
• Advising patients on dental care, oral hygiene and plaque control programs
• Making patients of all ages feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment

Qualifications

• Experienced Dental Assistant - can be trained in oral surgery procedures - be willing to learn
• Must have minimum of 1+ year of experience

Location

Yonge/Sheppard

Hours

Mon to Fri - Usually 8-5 (earlier as 7:30-3)

Compensation

$25-30 depending on experience and performance

Application

Please submit resume as a Word document. ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED