Position Overview
The Dental Assistant Level I serves as a foundational member of our clinical team. You will ensure the practice operates at peak efficiency by providing essential chairside support and maintaining rigorous infection control standards. This role is dedicated to creating a seamless workflow for our dentists and hygienists while ensuring every patient feels comfortable, safe, and well-cared for throughout their visit. We are seeking a highly skilled professional with a "Raise the Bar" mindset who is dedicated to clinical mastery and fostering a supportive, high-performance "One Team" environment.
Key Accountabilities
As a vital contributor to our clinical operations, you will be responsible for the following:
· Clinical Chairside Assistance: Support the Dentist during restorative and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and managing moisture control.
· Infection Control & Sterilization: Execute the full cycle of instrument reprocessing—cleaning, packaging, and sterilization—while strictly adhering to IPAC standards.
· Treatment Room Preparation: Meticulously clean and prepare clinical areas with necessary instruments and materials prior to patient arrival.
· Radiographic Imaging: Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs in compliance with the HARP Act.
· Laboratory & Materials Management: Perform essential lab tasks (e.g., pouring models) and prepare restorative materials and cements according to specifications.
· Patient Intake & Comfort: Greet patients, update medical histories, and provide clear post-operative home care instructions.
· Inventory Stewardship: Monitor clinical supplies and replenish operatory stock to prevent service disruptions.
Qualifications and Expertise
· Education: Completion of an accredited Level I Dental Assisting program.
· Certification: Valid National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) certificate and CDA I status in good standing with the ODAA.
· Licensure: Valid certification in dental radiography approved under the HARP Act.
· Technical Skill: Proficiency in digital charting and dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Abeldent).
· Clinical Excellence: Superior manual dexterity and a sophisticated understanding of complex dental procedures and materials.
· Communication: High degree of emotional intelligence with the ability to "Engage with Empathy" when managing patient anxieties.
· Professionalism: A proactive "ownership" mindset with a commitment to maintaining rigorous IPAC standards and continuing education.
Our Culture and Values
Our commitment to the health of our patients is the core of our values. We use these as guiding principles to provide our Practice with purpose and direction:
· Patient First: We always put the patient’s health and experience at the forefront of every decision.
· One Team: We support and encourage each other, recognizing that our collective talent is what makes us leaders.
· Raise the Bar: We choose excellence and continually push for positive change through professional development.
· Engage with Empathy: We value diverse perspectives and seek to understand the unique needs of both our patients and our colleagues.
Our Commitment to You
Equity & Inclusion We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. We take pride in fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
Accommodation and Accessibility In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Transparency and Privacy We believe in pay equity and transparent compensation structures that reflect your experience and professional growth. Any personal information collected during the application process is handled in strict accordance with the Employment Standards Act and applicable privacy legislation and will be used solely for the purpose of assessing qualifications for employment.
Vacancy Status The role as posted is currently vacant.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 12.0 per week
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working as a dental assistant in Ontario?
- Do you have a Valid National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) certificate and CDA I status in good standing with the ODAA?
Work Location: In person
