Dental Assistant

Valley Dental Clinic • Part-time • Strathmore, Alberta, Canada • C$ 26 - C$ 36 / hour • 3m ago

About us

Valley Dental Clinic is a small family owned practice in Strathmore, AB T1P 1B3. We are a small community with close relationships with our patients!

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursday's 8:30-5, with our associate dentist. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting the dentist during procedures and providing exceptional patient care. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced dental practice and contribute to the oral health of our patients. New grads welcome!

Responsibilities:

- Prepare treatment rooms for dental procedures by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready

- Assist the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments, suctioning, and providing support as needed

- Take digital dental x-rays as instructed by the dentist

- Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring models and trimming custom trays

- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide post-operative instructions

- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical history as necessary

- Schedule appointments and manage patient flow to ensure efficient operation of the dental office

Skills:

- Proficiency in Cleardent or similar dental software for appointment scheduling and record keeping

- Experience in dental assisting, particularly in pediatrics and orthodontics, is highly desired

- Understanding of medical terminology related to dentistry

If you are a motivated Dental Assistant looking to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your dental career!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $26.00-$36.33 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

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