Certified Dental Assistant - True Dental

Job summary

Prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists and hygienists during various dental procedures to ensure patient comfort. Manage instrument sterilization according to IPAC standards and maintain accurate patient records and education.

Job details

Get to Know Us: True Dental has been serving the community since 2013 and is conveniently located on Highway 97 in West Kelowna. Our practice is led by an extraordinary team of talented dentists, Drs. Jeff Krawchuk, Ersilia Coccaro, Kevin Head, Kesar Lotey, and Don Macrae and we offer a wide range of dental services including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics and sedation dentistry. We pride ourselves on providing quality dental care and 4.9-stars on Google reviews, evidence of our exceptional patient service, commitment to continuous learning and innovative technology. This role offers extended health benefits. Schedule: Monday to Wednesday What Sets Us Apart: Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth The wage for this Dental Assistant position is $27-$30/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. Your Role: Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow Take dental X-rays and digital images as required Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour About You: Registered and/or Certified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required Previous dental assisting experience is preferred Application Information: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.

What you’ll do

Prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists and hygienists during various dental procedures to ensure patient comfort. Manage instrument sterilization according to IPAC standards and maintain accurate patient records and education.

Requirements

Must be a Registered and/or Certified Dental Assistant with the provincial regulatory body. Previous dental assisting experience is preferred and candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Annual reviews • RRSP matching • Gym discounts • Insurance savings • Entertainment deals • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Continuing education

Listed skills

• Administrative Support · Preferred
• IPAC Standards · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Dental Assisting
• X-ray Imaging
• Instrument Sterilization
• Infection Control
• IPAC Standards
• Patient Education
• Patient Charting
• Treatment Room Preparation
• Oral Hygiene Education
• Administrative Support

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative