Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Admin

Colborne Dental; Canada; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Colborne Dental is seeking a Dental Laboratory Assistant to prepare patients for examinations and create precise plaster models. You will supervise dental assistants, train staff, and handle administrative tasks within a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a college certificate or diploma (3 months to <1 year) and 1–2 years of experience, plus National Dental Assisting Examining Board certification. On-site work with opportunities to contribute to patient education and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• College certificate or diploma (3 months to <1 year) is required.
• 1 year to less than 2 years experience.
• National Dental Assisting Examining Board certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Prepare plaster models and moulds.
• Supervise dental assistants in their health care functions.
• Train other dental laboratory assistants.
• Order dental and office supplies.
• Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory.
• Maintain and order supplies.
• Mould wax over dentures set-up.
• Perform reception and clerical duties.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene.
• Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Client focus

Flexibility

Education

College certificate or diploma (3 months to <1 year)

National Dental Assisting Examining Board certification

Job description

Colborne Dental is seeking a Dental Laboratory Assistant to prepare patients for examinations and create precise plaster models. You will supervise dental assistants, train staff, and handle administrative tasks within a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a college certificate or diploma (3 months to <1 year) and 1–2 years of experience, plus National Dental Assisting Examining Board certification. On-site work with opportunities to contribute to patient education and high-quality care.