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 #: 116456 Expected Start Date: February 09, 2026 Union: SEIU Facility: Public Health Office - Saskatoon City/Town: Saskatoon Department: CRU Teen Wellness Centre Type: Casual FTE: 0 Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 14 $30.730 to $32.880 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Delivers clinical and preventative services, education and oral health care promotion. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Dental Assistant certificate Licenses * College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * Valid Class 5 driver's license * National Dental Assisting Examining Board Competencies * Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills * Interpersonal 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 Additional Comment * No guaranteed hours. Must be Available a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours per 3 week period. Must be available all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable 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. A valid Class 5 driver's license and National Dental Assisting Examining Board certification are 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.

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

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistants and Therapists
• Dental Assistants

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