Dental Assistant Special Needs Patients

Position: Dental Assistant for Special Needs Patients
Location: Halifax Regional Municipality

Join a dedicated team as a Dental Assistant focused on caring for medically compromised and special needs patients. Prepare treatment areas, assist during procedures, and uphold infection control standards.

This role is ideal for a Dental Assistant with Level II qualifications, registered or eligible for the provincial Dental Board of Nova Scotia. You will support dentists in various tasks, from preparing operating rooms to educating patients. Recent pediatric experience is essential, ensuring safe and effective care for young patients and those with unique needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms for dental surgeries

• Assist dentists during patient examinations and treatments

• Ensure proper sterilization of dental equipment

• Expose and process dental radiographs

• Document patient assessments accurately

Requirements:

• Graduate of recognized Dental Assistant Course

• Registered with provincial Dental Board of Nova Scotia

• Completion of Basic Life Support within 12 months

• Recent experience in pediatric dentistry

• Competency in additional languages is an asset

Bring your skills in patient support and dental procedures to enhance oral health care.
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