Chairside Dental Assistant - 11940 - Brampton, ON

Original job posting

The dental assistant will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist the endodontist during surgical procedures. They are also responsible for managing patient records, taking radiographs, and providing post-treatment care education.

Job details

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented HARP Certified Chairside Dental Assistant to join our busy Oral Surgery and Endodontic specialty clinic in Brampton on a full-time or part-time basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a specialized dental environment, supporting surgical and endodontic procedures and providing exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will be a team player who possesses strong clinical skills, familiarity with dental software, and a passion for helping patients achieve optimal oral health. Prior experience in dental assisting specifically with endodontic procedures will be highly valued. Responsibilities: * Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments in accordance with infection control protocols * Assist the endodontist during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and maintaining a clear operative field * Manage patient records using our practice management dental software * Take and develop dental radiographs using digital technology when necessary * Provide patient education on post-treatment care and oral health maintenance * Support front desk by ensuring that accurate treatment planning is communicated * Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment to ensure safety and efficiency Experience: * Previous experience in dental assisting, preferably within oral surgery and endodontics, is highly desirable * Proficiency with dental software is preferred * Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to dentistry * Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages * Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting while maintaining attention to detail * Certification or training in dental assisting is required (Level II preferred) * Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively Schedule: Our office hours are Mondays through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. No weekends. Please note that hours are subject to change based on the doctor schedule and availability. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. JOB ID: 11940 Open role for an existing vacancy #LI-DNI

What you’ll do

The dental assistant will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist the endodontist during surgical procedures. They are also responsible for managing patient records, taking radiographs, and providing post-treatment care education.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a HARP certification and have previous experience in dental assisting, preferably in oral surgery or endodontics. Proficiency in dental software and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Chairside assisting
• Sterilization
• Infection control
• Radiography
• Dental software
• Patient education
• Treatment planning
• Oral surgery support
• Endodontic support
• Medical terminology
• Communication
• Multitasking
• Organizational skills
• Clinical environment maintenance
• Oral Health
• Endodontics
• Dental Instruments
• Productivity Improvement
• Organizational Skills
• Dental Assisting
• Treatment Planning
• Dentistry
• Dental Informatics
• Dental Radiography
• Digital Technology
• Infection Control
• Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery
• Medical Terminology
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Practice Management
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Chairside Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistants and Therapists
• Dental Assistants