Dental Assistant Posting Sherbrooke Dental Saint John NB

About the Organization

Since 1984 we have been putting patient's dental health first, ensuring they get the best oral care. We provide a welcoming and calming atmosphere that set our patients at ease. The passion and experience of our team shine through in every visit.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a full-time Level 1 or Level 2 Dental Assistant to become part of our passionate and motivated team. As a member of our team your role would be to ensure that the patient receives the best dental care possible by assisting patients and doctors with tasks such as checking patients into the clinic, preparing patients for procedures and assisting dentists with common procedures. The role of the Dental assistant also includes, helping with the documentation of patient records and providing support to the team through your involvement with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments.

Dental Assistant Qualities

• Good listener
• Compassionate
• Being a people person
• Perseverance
• Strong work ethic
• Dedication
• Reliability
• Organization

Dental Assistant Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for dental work
• Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays preparing materials and assisting with dental procedures.
• Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary
• Recording treatment information in patient record
• Giving patients information on oral health care
• Collecting and recording medical and dental histories
• Providing postoperative instructions as directed by dentist
• Caring for dental equipment
• Ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment inventory
• Forming preliminary impressions (Level 2 Dental Assistant)
• Exposing dental x-rays for dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-rays equipment (Level 2 Dental Assistant)

Dental Assistant Skills Requirements

• Certification or associate degree in an accredited dental assistant program
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience using computers
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Consistent professional appearance and attitude
• Ability to provide great patient care
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders

Apply today

We offer a good working environment and competitive salary, based on your qualifications and experience. Uniforms are provided, health, dental, life, disability insurance are also available.