Certified Dental Assistant - Newmarket, Canada - York Region

York Region

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Newmarket, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Manager and under the guidance and direction of the Registered Dental Hygienist and/or Dentist, this position is responsible for providing dental assistant services in the Children and Youth Dental Program OR Seniors Dental Care Program as outlined in the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Mandatory Health Programs and Services Guidelines, under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a chair side assistant to the Registered Dental Hygienist and/or Dentists in Public Health dental clinics.
Prepares patients for treatment, sterilizes, sharpens and arranges instruments, prepares materials and ensures the operating field is clear during procedures.
Maintains clinical and sterilization areas, reports any deficiencies, and monitors the efficacy of sterilization processes.
Maintains all dental equipment, including portable dental equipment, and inventory of clinical and program supplies.
Provides oral hygiene instruction and dental health education in the Region's childcare centres, Public Health dental clinics, schools and other community groups.
Children and

Youth Dental Program:
Assists the Registered Dental Hygienist with screening, referral and follow-up programs and the provision of clinical preventive services.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a Community College Dental Assisting Diploma or approved equivalent combination of education and experience
Successful completion of the National Dentist Assisting Examination Board (NDAEB) exam and current certification by the Ontario Dental Assistants' Association (ODAA).
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
Minimum three (3) years dental experience including presenting oral health education.
Experience with current dental laboratory and clinical procedures.
Knowledge of relevant dental programs.
Valid Ontario Class "G" driver's licence free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
Demonstrated ability in the Region's core competencies.