Surgical Dental Assistant Job Halifax area,Halifax Regional Municipality Nova Scotia Canada,Dental / Dentistry

Position: Surgical Dental Assistant - Dentalcorp
Location: Halifax Regional Municipality

Get to Know Us:

Dentalcorp is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of dental practices, committed to advancing the overall well-being of Canadians by delivering the best clinical outcomes and unforgettable experiences.

Dentalcorpacquiresleading dental practices, uniting them in a common goal: to be Canada's most trusted healthcare network. Leveraging its industry-leading technology,know-howand scale,Dentalcorp offers professionals the unique opportunity toretaintheir clinical autonomy while unlocking their potential for future growth.

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday or Monday
- Thursday

four or five day work week

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

What Sets Us Apart:

Grow Without Limits:We’llmatch your ambition,curiosityand drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, realrecognitionand proven pathways that grow yourexpertiseon your terms

Brilliant Rewards:Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program

Build Your Career with Us:Be part of a team that sharesexpertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth

Culture & Flexibility:Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth

Your Role:

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment

Assistdentists and hygienists during treatments,maintainingpatient comfort and workflow

Assist the dentist during oral surgery procedures, including extractions, implant placements, root cancls and other surgical treatments.

Pre and post operative care instructions to patients

Take dental X-rays and digital images asrequired

Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards

Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

Anticipate the needs of the dentist during procedures and provide efficient chairside support.

Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care

Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines

Establish strong patient relationships whilemaintainingethical professional behaviour

About You:

Registeredas aDental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or associationisrequired

NDAEB Certification

Previousdentalassistingexperience is preferred

Application Information:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team;

all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.