Dental assistant

Westhill Dental Clinic in Nanaimo, BC is inviting applications for the position of Dental assistant. This position requires the successful applicant to begin duties at the earliest opportunity. Terms of employment: Permanent employment - Part time leading to full time. Flexible availability required for: Day, Weekend.

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare patients for dental examinations.
• The candidate must order dental and office supplies as required.
• The candidate must prepare dental instruments and filling materials.
• The candidate must perform reception and clerical duties.
• The candidate must sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• The candidate must educate patients concerning oral hygiene.
• The candidate must polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant.
• The candidate must schedule and confirm appointments efficiently.
• The candidate must perform intra-oral duties.
• The candidate must take and develop X-rays.
• The candidate must record dental procedures performed on patients.
• The candidate must invoice patients for dental services.
• The candidate must fabricate and place temporary crowns and restorations.
• The candidate must take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must provide up-to-date immunization records.
• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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• Cover letter