**Now offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus for the successful candidate, we're looking for a patient focused and Licensed Dental Assistant to join our team!**
This role also offers extended health benefits, dental coverage, and uniform allowance!
Welcome to Driftwood Dental in Courtenay, British Columbia! We are a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional dental care in a friendly environment. Our services range from routine check-ups to advanced procedures, all using the latest technology.
We value a supportive and collaborative work culture, offering continuous learning opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and looking to join a dynamic team, Driftwood Dental is the place for you. Join us and make a positive impact on our community!
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What Sets Us Apart:
Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms
Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth
Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth
The wage for this position starts at $30/hour depending on skills, experience, and location
Responsibilities:
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment
Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow
Take dental X-rays and digital images as required
Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards
Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks
Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care
Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines
Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour
About You:
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.