Registered Dental Assistant

Align Dental Care; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental care is seeking a dedicated dental assistant to join their team. This role involves preparing patients, assisting during procedures, and managing patient records, ensuring a smooth workflow in the dental office. Ideal candidates will have a caring attitude and strong attention to detail, making a positive impact on patient experiences. With a supportive environment that welcomes new graduates, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in the dental field while contributing to the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in dental assisting is required.
• New graduates are welcome; 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and assist the dentist during procedures.
• Record treatment information and manage patient records.
• Monitor dental supplies and perform related duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Service orientation

Monitoring

Social perceptiveness

Critical thinking

Caring attitude

Multi-tasking

Education

Post-secondary certificate from an accredited dental assistant program

Job description

Job Description

General Accountabilities

• Prepares patients, sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists the dentist during dental procedures.
• Records treatment information in patient records.
• Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Takes and records patients' medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Provides postoperative instructions as prescribed by the dentist.
• Monitors dental supplies and equipment inventory.
• Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Pours and finishes study casts.
• Cleans and polishes removable appliances.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Post-secondary certificate from an accredited dental assistant program.
• Experience: New graduates are welcome; 1 year of experience preferred.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Service orientation
• Monitoring
• Social perceptiveness
• Critical thinking
• Caring attitude
• Multi-tasking