Surgical Dental Assistant - Dentalcorp

Dental Corporation of America (DCA); Halifax; Sur place; CAD 30 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dentalcorp in Canada is seeking a certified Dental Assistant to join a fast-growing network focused on delivering excellent patient care and outcomes. The role emphasizes surgical support, X-ray imaging, and strict IPAC protocols within a modern practice.

You will work closely with dentists and hygienists, prepare rooms, and ensure patient comfort while adhering to privacy and regulatory guidelines. A strong emphasis on continuing education and professional growth is offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of surgical experience assisting with extractions and implants.
• Registered Dental Assistant with provincial regulatory body.
• NDAEB Certification.
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for procedures.
• Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments.
• Assist during oral surgery including extractions and implants.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care instructions to patients.
• Take dental X-rays and digital images.
• Sterilize instruments and follow IPAC standards.
• Update patient charts and educate on oral hygiene.
• Support dentist chairside and maintain patient comfort.
• Collaborate with dental team to deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Connaissances

Dental assisting

Surgical procedures

Patient care

IPAC standards

Formation

NDAEB Certification

Registered Dental Assistant

Outils

Dental X-ray equipment

Description du poste

Get to Know Us:

Dentalcorp is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of dental practices, committed to advancing the overall well-being of Canadians by delivering the best clinical outcomes and unforgettable experiences.Dentalcorpacquiresleading dental practices, uniting them in a common goal: to be Canada’s most trusted healthcare network. Leveraging its industry-leading technology,know-howand scale,Dentalcorp offers professionals the unique opportunity toretaintheir clinical autonomy while unlocking their potential for future growth.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday or Monday - Thursday
• four or five day work week
• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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

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
• Assist the dentist during oral surgery procedures, including extractions, implant placements, root cancls and other surgical treatments.
• Pre and post operative care instructions to patients
• 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
• Anticipate the needs of the dentist during procedures and provide efficient chairside support.
• 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:

• Registeredas aDental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or associationisrequired
• NDAEB Certification
• 3-5 years of experience working in a surgical setting assisting with extractions, implants and other procedures
• Previousdentalassistingexperience is preferred

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.