Dental Therapist – La Ronge

Lac La Ronge Indian Band; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lac La Ronge Indian Band is seeking a self-motivated Dental Therapist to deliver prevention, diagnostic, and restorative dental care for treaty and eligible non-treaty clients on reserve.

You’ll promote oral health in schools and communities, coordinate with the band and health partners, and uphold infection control and quality standards while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Dental Therapy, in good standing and registered with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapist Association.
• Ability to speak/understand Cree is an asset; experience with First Nations communities is an asset.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently; strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate ability to prepare written reports; valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Community & Preventive Dentistry: initiate disease prevention strategies at individual and community levels; fluoride, A.R.T., health education, school and daycare brushing.
• Diagnostics Services: evaluate oral health needs via examinations, screenings, referrals.
• Restorative Dental Treatment: restore teeth using appropriate materials and methods.
• Practice Management: organize workload, supervise dental aides, maintain records and epidemiological data.
• Follow LLRIB initiatives and liaise with Band Administration and related agencies.
• Maintain up-to-date infection control and quality assurance standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Public relations

Report writing

Education

Diploma in Dental Therapy

Job description

We are looking for self-motivated, strong interpersonal, and problem-solving Dental Therapists to help us deliver and promote our Dental care program, so that we can enhance awareness and improve the oral health status of LLRIB.

About our organization:

LLRIBHS promotes dental health services and dental health education to all LLRIB community members. We work closely with the schools and other health organizations. Together with others, we work to build capacity and educate as we both address acute needs and the determinants of health.

About the position:

The Dental Therapist will provide prevention services, diagnostic treatment planning and restorative dental treatment for all treaty clients and for those non-treaty clients living on reserve. They will also provide disease prevention and oral health promotion activities in schools and communities within the Lac La Ronge Indian Band Reserves.

Duties:

• Community & Preventive Dentistry - initiate appropriate disease prevention strategies at the individual & community level; fluoride, A.R.T., health education, school, Head Start & Daycare tooth brushing;
• Diagnostics Services - evaluate the oral health needs of clients (initial, recall, emergency & specific clinical & radiographic examinations, orthodontic screening, case presentation & referrals);
• Restorative Dental Treatment - restore teeth to proper form, function & aesthetics using appropriate dental materials (amalgam & restorations, stainless stee crowns, pulp therapy & exactions);
• Practice Management - Organize & manage workload of the dental team (Supervise & direct the work of dental aides) keep accurate client records & gather epidemiological data-def/DMF for communities;
• Follow LLRIB initiatives;
• Maintain liaison with Band Administration, the Community & other related Agencies;
• Follow & keep up to date on current Infection Control Standards;
• Practice Quality Assurance Standards;
• Other duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor or designate.

Qualifications:

Suitable candidates must have a Diploma in Dental Therapy, in good standing and registered with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapist Association; Ability to speak / understand Cree is an asset; experience working with First Nations Communities is an asset; Self-motivated and able to work independently; Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, public relations and problem-solving skills is an asset; Demonstrate ability to prepare written reports; Candidates must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel.