Certified Dental Assistant

Job summary

The Certified Dental Assistant will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure all dental tools are properly sterilized. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral hygiene and maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.

Job details

Overview Join our dedicated team at Richmond Shine Dental, where we prioritise patient care and comfort. We are seeking a skilled and certified professional to assist in delivering top-notch dental services. Key Responsibilities Prepare patients for dental procedures by ensuring their comfort and understanding of the process. Assist the dentist during various treatments and procedures, ensuring tools and materials are ready and sterilised. Maintain accurate patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans. Manage inventory and order dental supplies as needed. Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care. Ensure a clean and safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations. Requirements Current certification as a Dental Assistant. Proven experience in a dental office setting. Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a team and manage time effectively. Nice to have Experience with dental software and electronic health records. Additional certifications in dental specialties. Fluency in multiple languages. Salary: 45000 - 55000 CAD Per annum

What you’ll do

The Certified Dental Assistant will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure all dental tools are properly sterilized. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral hygiene and maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current certification as a Dental Assistant and possess proven experience in a dental office setting. Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and effective communication skills are essential for this role.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Dental assisting
• Patient care
• Sterilization
• Dental terminology
• Patient records management
• Inventory management
• Oral hygiene education
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Electronic health records
• Medical History Documentation
• Patient Preparation
• Dental Therapy
• Oral Hygiene
• Treatment Planning
• Dental Procedures
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Communication
• Dental Informatics
• Electronic Medical Record
• Interpersonal Communications
• Inventory Management
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Time Management

Job areas

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