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full-time 12 days ago

Dental Assistant

Simply Dentistry Owen Sound

Owen Sound, ON N4K 1T8
25–29/hr

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Job Description

Job Posting: Certified Dental Assistant (Level I or II)
Location: Owen Sound, ON (In-Person)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent/ Part time
Hours & Schedule:
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Alternate Fridays: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Enjoy a built-in 3-day weekend every other week! No evening or weekend shifts.

Salary: $25.00 – $29.00 per hour (Commensurate with certification level and experience)
Benefits: Comprehensive dental care, extended health benefits, on-site parking, and a continuing education allowance.

We are a small family practice, patient-focused dental practice located in beautiful Owen Sound, Ontario. Our clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality oral healthcare in a warm, welcoming environment.

We treat our staff like family and deeply value collaboration, professional growth, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We are seeking a reliable, positive, and compassionate Dental Assistant (Level I or II) to join our growing clinical team. In this role, you will work closely with our dentists and hygienists to deliver exceptional chairside care, maintain strict infection control standards, and ensure our patients have a comfortable, stress-free experience.

Key Responsibilities
Chairside Assisting: Provide dynamic chairside assistance to the dentist during general, restorative, or cosmetic dental procedures.

Patient Comfort: Greet and prepare patients for treatment, review medical histories, and explain post-operative care instructions.

Sterilization & Safety: Clean, sterilize, and set up dental instruments and treatment rooms in strict accordance with Public Health Ontario guidelines.

Radiography & Lab Tasks: Take high-quality digital dental X-rays (panoramic and intraoral) and assist with digital impressions or laboratory work where applicable.

Digital Practice Management: Use our dental software systems to track clinical notes, update patient records, and coordinate with the administrative team.

Qualifications & Requirements
Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program (NDAEB certificate preferred).

Certification as a Level I or Level II Dental Assistant in Ontario.

Valid HARP certification (required for taking X-rays).

Current CPR / First Aid certification.

Software Proficiency: Practical experience with Dentrix and/or Akitu One practice management software is highly preferred.

Strong manual dexterity, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills.

What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: Earn a top-tier hourly wage matching your experience level ($25.00–$29.00/hr) in accordance with Ontario Dental Assistants Association guidelines.

Work-Life Balance: A predictable daytime schedule with an extended 3-day weekend every other week.

Health & Wellness: complimentary personal dental care.

Professional Development: Financial support for continuing education courses to upgrade your clinical skills.

Workplace Perks: Free on-site parking and regular team-building events.

Pay: $25.00-$29.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Paid time off
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Certified Dental Assistant
• CPR Certification
• Dental assisting
• Dentrix
• Patient care

About Simply Dentistry Owen Sound

Simply Dentistry in Owen Sound, ON is a dental practice with a team of caring professionals led by Dr. Pat Duronio, Dr. Mohamed Latifi, and Dr. Nadia Shaikh. They are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and have a strong focus on community involvement and giving back.