dental assistant

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Dental practice. Willing to relocate. Tasks: Prepare patients for dental examinations. Prepare dental instruments and filling materials. Maintain and order supplies. Educate patients concerning oral hygiene. Schedule and confirm appointments. Take and develop X-rays. Maintain accurate records. Implement treatment plans. Assist in the preparation and administration of examinations. Coordinate patient care. Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Certification by the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. Technical expertise (dental): Plastering. Waxing-up. Polishing. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS Word. Equipment, eystems and controls experience: Medical and biomedical equipment and systems. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Team player. Accurate. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Reliability. Time management. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. Team building opportunities. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Support for newcomers and refugees: Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) . Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees . Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Location Bedford , NS B4B 0S9 Work location On site Salary $ 30.00 HOUR hourly / 30 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3620572 Various locations Bedford, NS