Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Certified Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, friendly environment! Our clinic is growing and as a key member of our dental practice, you will assist dentists during procedures, ensure patient comfort, and maintain the highest standards of infection control and medical documentation. Your expertise in dental assisting and knowledge of advanced dental technology will help us provide top-tier services across general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics and Invisalign. We are committed to supporting your professional growth and fostering a positive workplace where your skills truly shine!
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments, materials, and equipment, ensuring aseptic technique and infection control protocols are strictly followed
- Assist dentists chairside during various procedures including restorations, root canals, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry treatments
- Take and develop dental X-rays using digital imaging systems such as digital X-ray machines and 3D scanners while maintaining patient safety and comfort
- Manage medical records and documentation accurately within Cleardent software, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Perform vital signs assessments and monitor patient health before, during, and after treatments to ensure safety
- Educate patients on oral health care instructions and post-treatment care plans in clear, understandable language
- Support administrative tasks such as billing, and treatment planning using dental coding standards
Requirements
- Valid Certification as a Dental Assistant is REQUIRED!!
- Proven experience in dental assisting within a general dentistry setting; familiarity with Invisalign dentistry is a plus
- Proficiency in dental terminology, medical terminology, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques
- Skilled in operating dental technology including X-ray machines, iTero scanner, and CLEARDENT software for charting and billing
- Knowledge of relevant dentistry experience, with dental assisting for various specialties such as prosthodontics, and endodontics
- Ability to perform medical imaging procedures accurately while maintaining patient comfort and safety
- Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance regarding medical records and data security
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and staff of all ages including pediatrics
- TUESDAY 9-4, WEDNESDAY 11-7, FRIDAY 9-3 *MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS IN THE FUTURE*
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
- Total rewards package that offers discounts on many services and activities including an exclusive corporate gym membership program; reduced rates on home and auto insurance; unlimited access to a variety of discounted entertainment, hotels, products, services and so much more!
- New for 2025! We now offer an RRSP matching program to help you grow your future while you build your career with us.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) that connects team members and their families with complimentary, confidential, short-term counseling and advisory services
- Career development to grow and evolve as a dental professional on your individual career path, including access to industry-leading continuing education
- Attend social and CE events to network with dental professionals in your community
- Work-life balance and flexibility
- Access to modernized technology to provide optimal oral care to patients
- No Weekends:)
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 24 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
