dental assistant

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years.

Tasks:

• Prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Order dental and office supplies.
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials.
• 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.
• Fabricate and place temporary crowns and restorations.
• Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts.

Employment terms options:

Shift. Morning.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Health benefits:

Dental plan.

Other benefits:

Free parking available.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.