Dental assistant; St. Albert

Position: dental assistant (St. Albert)
Location: St. Albert

Position Overview

Work Term:

Permanent

Work Language:

English

Hours:

35 to 40 hours per week

Education:

College/CEGEP

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years
Responsibilities   Prepare patients for dental examinations
Prepare plaster models and moulds
Train other dental laboratory assistants
Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases
Order dental and office supplies
Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory
Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
Maintain and order supplies
Perform reception and clerical duties
Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
Supervise students in training
Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant
Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays
Schedule and confirm appointments
Perform intra-oral duties
Take and develop X-rays
Make orthodontic bands from metal and alloys
Record dental procedures performed on patients
Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts
Qualifications & Certification   Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Membership in the Canadian Dental Assistants Association
Registration with provincial or territorial authorities
Area of specialization:
Orthodontic appliances
Work Conditions & Physical Capabilities   Fast-paced setting
Work under pressure
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal Suitability   Client focus
Judgement
Team player
Accurate
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Initiative
Reliability
Benefits   Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Employment Terms  Options:
Evening, Morning, Day

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