Jobs in La Ronge, SK

Job summary

The Dental Assistant delivers clinical and preventative dental services while promoting oral health education. They are responsible for planning and prioritizing their own workload to meet service demands.

Job details

Position #: 9007103 Expected Start Date: To be determined Union: SGEU Facility: Precam Community School City/Town: La Ronge Department: Enhanced Preventative Dental Services Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: 224 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: Yes 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 * Certification with the National Dental Assisting Examining Board * Valid Class 5 driver's license Knowledge and Abilities * Strong interpersonal skills * "Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands. " * Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills * Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook) Other Information * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives 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 Dental Assistant delivers clinical and preventative dental services while promoting oral health education. They are responsible for planning and prioritizing their own workload to meet service demands.

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Recruitment incentives
• Retention incentives

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Clinical services
• Preventative services
• Oral health education
• Interpersonal skills
• Workload planning
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Office
• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Oral Health
• Dental Therapy
• Dental Assisting
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Knowledge Transfer
• Microsoft Excel
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Outlook

Job areas

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