About this role
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Dental practice. Tasks: Prepare patients for dental examinations. Order dental and office supplies. 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. 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. Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Certification by the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS Word. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Hand-eye co-ordination. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Team player. Accurate. Dependability. Initiative. Reliability. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan.