Dental Assistant - Saskatoon, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Canada

2 days ago

Description

Dental Assistant

Primary Purpose: This position provides clinical support to Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Dental Therapy (DT) and Dental Assisting (DA) students, staff, faculty, and patients within a dentistry educational setting. The position is responsible for providing continuity of patient care and ensures timely, efficient, and effective service.

Nature of Work: As a part of teaching and learning, the College of Dentistry has a strong commitment to patient and clinical experience for its DMD, DT, and DA students. Reporting to the Director of Clinics, under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Clinics, the Dental Assistant works with dental students, faculty, staff, and clinic patients to support the teaching, learning, and patient care functions from a coordination, administration, and technical teaching perspective. The position provides excellent customer service to all and must have a good overall understanding of Clinic and College policies and processes to appropriately meet the needs of the faculty, students, and patients. The Dental Assistant works in both small clinical settings and in a large, high volume, multi-disciplinary student clinic with shifting priorities. Due to high volumes of work in a busy clinical environment with frequent interruptions, this position requires the ability to multi-task with speed and accuracy as patient care and clinic income are directly affected. This position has little control of the work pace as pace is driven by clinic and student activity. Discretion is required as this position is privy to and works with sensitive and confidential patient information.

Clinics include 84 operatory general purpose Education Treatment Clinic, a 6-unit Fellowship Specialty Clinic, a 5 unit Oral Surgery Unit, and a Radiology Unit. Clinical Support Services also has associated responsibilities with the Dental Therapy and Dental Assisting Program and Pre-clinical Labs for first and second year dental students). Additionally, the College has several outreach clinics which the Clinical Administration office will support. Approximately 83 third and fourth year dental students, 6 Dental Therapy student and 36 Dental Assisting student utilize the undergraduate clinics to provide dental treatment to patients, attending to over 12,000 patient visits per year.

Typical Duties:

Directly or indirectly support the delivery of patient and clinical care

Provides corrective and formative instructional feedback to students to support appropriate patient safety and appropriate procedural processes.

Helps coordinate necessary schedules and activities for patient care and student learning

Assists patients by acquainting them with policies, procedures, costs relevant to their care and helping them navigate the system as necessary

Responds to patient inquiries and concerns in-person, via phone or email.

Provides chairside support to students, staff and faculty in dental procedures

Provide support for Infection Prevention and Control protocols including but not limited to: conducting patient, staff and student screenings, cleaning and disinfecting of workspace, assisting with teaching and enforcing the protocols to students, staff and faculty.

Uses and monitors the Electronic Health Record to ensure students enter timely and accurate information and facilitating corrections as required

Audits and reviews patient charts to monitor patient progress and ensure proper protocol is being followed by students

Attends regular meetings to ensure delivery of patient care and student experience is consistent within the clinic

Facilitates patient referrals for specialty services

Assist with student orientations and demonstrations

Sterilizes, distributes and maintains dental instruments and equipment maintaining overall asepsis in clinical areas

Updates policies and procedure manuals as directed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education: Completion of Grade 12; and a current Registered Dental Assistant Level II license in Saskatchewan with knowledge of current infection control procedures is required. Ortho Training is an asset.

Within the first six months of employment in this position, the incumbent will be provided the following training Infection Control and Safety; CPR and AED Certification; Biosafety Certificate; and WHMIS training.

Experience: 3 - 5 years' experience in clinical dentistry, with experience as a Dental Assistant is required. Experience working with the public in a busy environment is required. Experience in dental administration and digital imaging (intra and extra-oral) would be an asset. A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Skills:

Proven effective interpersonal and mentoring skills with the ability to build an effective, positive and respectful working environment for patients, students and other staff;

Effective organization, coordination and time management skills;

Effective written and oral communication;

Demonstrated ability to perform duties and responsibilities in a pleasant, positive, and professional manner

Ability to interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures, and apply basic analytical skills to problems where clear precedent may not exist;

Skill in organizing and executing multiple assignments under specific time constraints;

Skill in exercising initiative, resourcefulness, and sound judgment with an ability to solve problems and make decisions;

Keyboarding skills and proficiency with MS Office is required;

Experience with Electronic Health Records would be an asset;

Ability to work independently and in a team environment with a team approach to delivery of patient care;

Ability to independently perform specialized tasks following stated procedures;

Ability to manage and prioritize competing deadlines;

Ability to communicate and co-operate effectively with all levels of management, staff, faculty, students and patients within and outside of the College;

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact;

Ability to establish and evaluate administrative methods and procedures to negotiate resolution to scheduling and procedural problems

Dental Assistant

1 week ago

Wildwood Dental Saskatoon, Canada

**If you are looking for new opportunities and you want to be a part of an amazing team we'd love to hear from you** · We are offering a **competitive salary and benefits package**. · **The Opportunity**: · We are seeking a motivated and energetic **Registered Dental Assistant** ...
Dental Assistant

1 day ago

PerioCentre Saskatoon, Canada

We are a small and friendly dentist office located in Midtown Towers. We are looking for a motivated, friendly and enthusiastic individual to join our team. · Three days a week (Mondays, Tuesdays and thursdays) · Our hours are 8.30am -4pm(Mondays and tuesdays ) and 10am -5pm(Thur ...
Certified Dental Assistant

3 days ago

dentalcorp Canada Saskatoon, Canada

**Relocation Bonus Included** · **About us**: · Eckhardt Dental Centre serves in and around Penticton, Summerland, and Okanagan Falls with a full range of dental services including Children's Dental Care, Preventive Dental Hygiene, and Restorative Dental Services. · Led by Dr Tom ...
Orthodontic/dental Assistant

1 week ago

Heinrichs Orthodontics Saskatoon, Canada

_Registered Orthodontic Assistant _ · **Heinrichs Orthodontics is Hiring** · You have the opportunity to begin a new chapter in your life Our orthodontic office is looking for a talented individual to join our team; someone who is dedicated to helping us grow. We are a group of p ...
Chairside Dental Assistant

22 hours ago

Dentalcorp Canada Saskatoon, Canada

About Us: · Are you passionate about providing exceptional dental care in a supportive and dynamic environment? Consider joining the dedicated team at Fairhaven Dental, where we've proudly served the Saskatoon community for over 30 years At Fairhaven Dental, our unwavering missio ...
Dental Receptionist/assistant

22 hours ago

BLOK DENTAL Saskatoon, Canada

Responsibilities: · - Greet and check-in patients in a friendly and professional manner · - Answer phone calls and schedule appointments · - Verify insurance coverage and process insurance claims · - Collect and record patient information in electronic medical records system · - ...
Certified Dental Assistant- River Landing Dental

1 week ago

123Dentist Saskatoon, Canada

The team at **River Landing Dental** located in Saskatoon, SK is looking for a passionate, hard-working Certified Dental Assistant on a **full-time basis**. · The ideal CDA for our practice values playing their part for the team, to equip the Dentist through providing outstanding ...
Full Time Dental Assistant

22 hours ago

Dr. Houseman and Associates Saskatoon, Canada Full time

**We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to join the team** · Hours would be Monday to Thursday: 7:30am-4:30pm · Wage depends on experience but above suggested guide. · Benefits include but not limited to: · - License paid for · - Generous health spending · - Christmas ...
Full Time Dental Assistant

1 day ago

Dr. Houseman and Associates Saskatoon, Canada Full time

**We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to join the team** · Hours would be Monday to Thursday: 7:30am-4:30pm or Tuesday to Friday, 10:00am-7:00pm. · Previous experience is an asset. · **Qualifications**: · - Licensed Registered Dental Assistant · - Efficient Multi-tas ...
Surgical Chairside Dental Assistant

1 week ago

Saskatoon Oral Surgery Saskatoon, Canada

**SASKATOON ORAL SURGERY is hiring** · Saskatoon Oral Surgery · st Avenue South · Midtown Tower · Saskatoon, SK S7K 1J5 · Phone: · Saskatoon Oral Surgery has an exciting opportunity for YOU to join an amazing, innovative surgical office We are looking for one individual to join ...
Surgical Chairside Dental Assistant

5 days ago

Saskatoon Oral Surgery Saskatoon, Canada

**SASKATOON ORAL SURGERY is hiring** · Saskatoon Oral Surgery · st Avenue South · Midtown Tower · Saskatoon, SK S7K 1J5 · Phone: · Saskatoon Oral Surgery has an exciting opportunity for YOU to join an amazing, innovative surgical office We are looking for one individual to join ...
Dental Assistant

1 week ago

University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Primary Purpose: This position provides clinical support to Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Dental Therapy (DT) and Dental Assisting (DA) students, staff, faculty, and patients within a dentistry educational setting. The position is responsible for providing continuity of patie ...
Registered Dental Assistant

3 days ago

Wildwood Dental Saskatoon, Canada Full time

If you are looking for new opportunities and you want to be a part of an amazing team we'd love to hear from you · Wildwood Dental is a leading dental clinic dedicated to providing exceptional oral care in a warm and welcoming environment. Our team of skilled professionals is com ...
Orthodontic Assistant

1 hour ago

Stephenson Orthodontics Saskatoon, Canada

Duties: · - Assist the orthodontist in providing ortho care to patients · - Prepare treatment and clinical area and instruments for orthodontic procedures · - Take patient records · - Disinfecting and sterilization · - Assist with patient education on oral hygiene and orthodontic ...
Claims Specialist

1 week ago

Saskatchewan Blue Cross Saskatoon, Canada

Saskatchewan Blue Cross, one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers, is currently recruiting for a permanent full-time_ Claims Specialist (Dental) _to join our Health & Dental Claims Department. This position offers the flexibility to work in-office or participate in hybrid options base ...
Client Service Coordinator

1 day ago

Wheatland Dental Saskatoon, Canada

**Join Our Growing Dental Team** · Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Look no further Wheatland Dental in the beautiful Stonebridge area of Saskatoon, is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our dedicated team as a **Recall Coordinator/Assistant T ...
Dental Aid

1 hour ago

Stonebridge Dental Centre Saskatoon, Canada

Sterilization, seating patients, cleaning rooms, setting rooms up for patients. · This job requires you to have WHIMIS. Must be excellent with infection control. Scrubs are required to be worn during this job. Must work well as a team. · Experience is not required. · Monday-Wedne ...
Manager, Clinical Affairs

5 days ago

University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Canada

**Manager, Clinical Affairs**: · **Primary Purpose**: Manager, Clinic Affairs is responsible to assist with the oversight of all aspect of the patient care or clinic care services offered within College of Dentistry, Dental Clinic and Pre-clinic Provide operational support, prima ...
Detail Attendant

1 week ago

Perfection Paint & Body Saskatoon, Canada

_PERFECTION _is in the details. · Perfection Paint & Body is looking to add a Detailing Attendant to our existing team. This position could be a full time or part time position. · **Responsibilities**: · - Move vehicles in and around the shop · - Detailing of vehicles both interi ...
Receptionist

1 day ago

Wheatland Dental Saskatoon, Canada

**Join Our Growing Dental Team** · Are you a friendly and organized individual with a passion for providing exceptional patient care? Wheatland Dental in the beautiful Stonebridge area of Saskatoon, is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our dedicated team as a ** ...