About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. 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. Perform intra-oral duties. Take and develop X-rays. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Healing arts radiation protection (HARP) Certification. Certification by the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year.