Dental Assistant

Job summary

The role involves delivering clinical and preventative dental services to patients. It also focuses on providing education and promoting oral health care.

Job details

Position #: 181600 Expected Start Date: To be determined; posted until filled Union: SEIU Facility: Moose Jaw Family Wellness Centre City/Town: Moose Jaw Department: Enhanced Preventative Dental Services Type: Casual FTE: 0 Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 14 $30.730 to $32.880 (3 step range) Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Delivers clinical and preventative services, education and oral health care promotion. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Dental Assistant certificate Licenses * National Dental Assisting Examining Board * College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * Valid Class 5 driver's license Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Registration and licensure with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * Certification with the National Dental Assisting Examining Board * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * No guaranteed Hours The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The role involves delivering clinical and preventative dental services to patients. It also focuses on providing education and promoting oral health care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Dental Assistant certificate and be registered with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan and the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. A valid Class 5 driver's license is also required.

Listed skills

• Basic Computer · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• basic computer skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Computer Skills
• Clinical Services
• Preventative Services
• Oral Health Care Promotion
• Oral Health
• Dental Therapy
• Dental Assisting
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Interpersonal Communications

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistants and Therapists
• Dental Assistants

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