Dental Assistant - Orleans Family Dentistry

Dentalcorp; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discounts

Insurance savings

Entertainment deals

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Orleans Family Dentistry in Orleans, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join our welcoming team. You will prepare treatment rooms, assist dentists and hygienists, take X-rays, and ensure strict infection control standards are followed.

The role includes patient education, chart updates, and light administrative support. Legally eligible to work in Canada and prior dental assisting experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered and/or Certified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required.
• Previous dental assisting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
• Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow.
• Take dental X-rays and digital images as required.
• Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards.
• Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care.

Education

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or certified

Job description

Get to Know Us:

AtOrleans Family Dentistry, we believe that an amazing dental practice starts with anamazing team. Located in the vibrant and growing community ofOrleans, Ontario,our practice is known for itssupportive culture,collaborative environment, and commitment to helping everyteam member thrive.

We take pride in blending advanced dentistry with awarm,welcoming atmosphere, not just for ourpatients, but forour staff as well. Here, you’ll find a workplace thatvalues balance,professional growth, andcelebrating successes together. Whether it’s throughmentorship,continuing education opportunities, or simplycheering each otheron, we ensure that everyone has the tools and encouragement to reach theirfull potential.

Joining Orleans Family Dentistry means more than just coming to work each day, it’s about being part of a practice where your contributions are recognized, your ideas matter, and your career can flourish. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll feel valued, supported, and inspired, you’ll find it here.

Schedule:

• Monday and Tuesday 1:30pm - 8:30pm.


• Wednesday and Thursday 7:45am - 2:00pm.


• every other Friday 7:45am - 12:00pm.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Grow Without Limits:We’llmatch your ambition,curiosityand drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, realrecognitionand proven pathways that grow yourexpertiseon your terms.


• Brilliant Rewards:Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program.


• Build Your Career with Us:Be part of a team that sharesexpertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth.


• Culture & Flexibility:Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth.

The wage for this DentalAssistantposition is$26-$30/hourdepending on skills, experience, and location.

Please note that this is anewjob opening.

Your Role:

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment.


• Assistdentists and hygienists during treatments,maintainingpatient comfort and workflow.


• Take dental X-rays and digital images asrequired.


• Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards.


• Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.


• Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks.


• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care.


• Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines.


• Establish strong patient relationships whilemaintainingethical professional behaviour.

About You:

• Registered and/orCertified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or associationisrequired.


• Previousdentalassistingexperience is preferred.

Application Information:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.