full-time 3 months ago
Dental Assistant
Clocktower Dental Centre
210 James St, Wallaceburg, ON N8A 2N3
22–26/hr
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Job Description
Dr. Kyle Charlton at the Clock Tower Dental Centre is currently looking to hire a Dental Assistant to join our practice, starting as soon as possible. As a successful candidate, it is critical to understand patient’s dental needs and concerns, build strong patient relationships, and contribute to their ongoing oral health. We are looking for a quick learner, who is reliable and can demonstrate strong organization & communication skills, work ethic, and problems solving skills.
Responsibilities:
Preparation of the treatment/clinical area.
Cleaning and sterilization of instruments and hand pieces.
Passing instruments to the dentist or hygienist (single- and two-handed technique).
Proper use of High Volume Evacuator within the Oral Cavity.
Preparation of Restorative Materials.
Perform simple laboratory procedures such as the pouring and trimming of study models.
Maintains supplies and equipment (stocks and replenishes supplies).
Monitors inventory.
Assesses emergency situations, aware of emergency protocols, knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
Assists in maintaining emergency drug kits.
Ability to interpret Material Safety Data Sheets.
Conducts spore/biological indicator tests.
Recording data on patients’ record or chart as directed by the DDS.
Patient and community education on oral health (extra-oral).
Other extra-oral duties as required by the dentist.
Instruction in care and maintenance of pre-fitted appliances.
Expose radiographs as specified by HARP. (if certified)
Obtains vital signs.
Assets:
-Successful completion of a Dental Assistant program
-National Dental Assisting Examining Board certificate (if Level 2)
-Valid CPR Certification
If you are a skilled assistant or someone interested in learning how to assist in a dental office, we would like to hear from you. Please send resumes to the attention of Dr. Kyle Charlton by email to clocktowerdentistry@gmail.com, fax to 519-627-7294, or drop off in person at The Clocktower Dental Centre located at 210 James St., Wallaceburg.
Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
On-site parking
Experience:
Dental Assisting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Dental Assistant Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Responsibilities:
Preparation of the treatment/clinical area.
Cleaning and sterilization of instruments and hand pieces.
Passing instruments to the dentist or hygienist (single- and two-handed technique).
Proper use of High Volume Evacuator within the Oral Cavity.
Preparation of Restorative Materials.
Perform simple laboratory procedures such as the pouring and trimming of study models.
Maintains supplies and equipment (stocks and replenishes supplies).
Monitors inventory.
Assesses emergency situations, aware of emergency protocols, knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
Assists in maintaining emergency drug kits.
Ability to interpret Material Safety Data Sheets.
Conducts spore/biological indicator tests.
Recording data on patients’ record or chart as directed by the DDS.
Patient and community education on oral health (extra-oral).
Other extra-oral duties as required by the dentist.
Instruction in care and maintenance of pre-fitted appliances.
Expose radiographs as specified by HARP. (if certified)
Obtains vital signs.
Assets:
-Successful completion of a Dental Assistant program
-National Dental Assisting Examining Board certificate (if Level 2)
-Valid CPR Certification
If you are a skilled assistant or someone interested in learning how to assist in a dental office, we would like to hear from you. Please send resumes to the attention of Dr. Kyle Charlton by email to clocktowerdentistry@gmail.com, fax to 519-627-7294, or drop off in person at The Clocktower Dental Centre located at 210 James St., Wallaceburg.
Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
On-site parking
Experience:
Dental Assisting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Dental Assistant Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
About Clocktower Dental Centre
Clock Tower Dental Centre is a family dental office located in the heart of downtown Wallaceburg, Ontario. Dr. Kyle Charlton and the skilled staff are dedicated to providing high quality dental care to achieve and maintain healthy smiles for their patients and families.
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