dental assistant

Pay

$42.50 an hour
Job type

Permanent

Full-time
 
Location
Iqaluit, NU
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Extended health care
RRSP
 
Full job description
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
or equivalent experience
Work setting
Dental practice
Willing to relocate
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
Fabricate and place temporary crowns and restorations
Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Large workload
Personal suitability
Client focus
Team player
Excellent oral communication
Reliability
Screening questions
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Employment terms options
Morning
Day
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Financial benefits
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week