Dental Assistant Needed

Overview

Languages
English
Education
~ College/CEGEP

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
~ Dental practice

Responsibilities
Tasks
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
Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
Maintain and order supplies
Perform reception and clerical duties
Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
Supervise students in training
Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant
Schedule and confirm appointments
Perform intra-oral duties
Take and develop X-rays
Record dental procedures performed on patients
Invoice patients for dental services
Polish and buff dentures
Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts
Supervision
~1 to 2 people

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
~ Membership in the Canadian Dental Assistants Association

Experience and specialization
Technical expertise (dental)
~ Polishing

Computer and technology knowledge
MS Excel
MS Word
Additional information
Security and safety
~ Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Repetitive tasks
Physically demanding
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Sitting
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Hand-eye co-ordination
Personal suitability
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Team player
Accurate
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Initiative
Interpersonal awareness
Reliability