JOB OVERVIEW: Perform basic supportive dental procedures under the supervision of a dentist.

• Welcome customers to the dental office

• Assists in the examination of patients and the delivery of needed dental treatment in a clinic setting.

• Prepare customers for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort

• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry

• Undertake lab tasks as instructed

• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

• Schedule appointments

• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

• Prepares restorative materials and medications, sterilizes dental instruments, takes and develops x-rays, and performs other functions to assist the dentist

Job Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a dental assistant

• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

• Understanding of health & safety regulations

• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus

• Good computer skills

• Excellent communication and people skills

• Attention to detail

• Well-organized and reliable

• High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)