Dental Assistant

Job summary

The Dental Assistant supports the dentist in clinical procedures and manages the treatment area for patients. Additionally, the role handles administrative duties including appointment scheduling, billing, and insurance claims processing.

Job details

Dental Assistant Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre (BQWCHC) - Belleville Site Full-Time Permanent 1.0 FTE $45,936.80- $55,837.60/year, based on 35 hours/week Job Summary: The Oral Health Program is a not-for-profit Dental Clinic providing basic emergency services to those who are uninsured and underinsured, such as those receiving the Canadian Dental Care Plan, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program and to those without dental insurance coverage. The Dental Assistant assists the dentist and Oral Health team at the Community Health Centre in all aspects of oral health care. This role also provides administration and reception functions of the Oral Health Team, including appointment bookings and inventory management. Why work here: Day shifts, Monday-Friday Employer Paid Benefits HOOPP Pension Paid Vacation Collaborative Team Culture Values Driven Decision Making Trauma-Informed Approach Key Areas of Responsibility: Prepares clients and the treatment area for dental procedures Assists the dentist during examinations and dental treatments including fillings, extractions, and other procedures Schedule coordination and appointment booking Determines client eligibility for insurance coverage using electronic portal Provides reception services for clients both in-person and over telephone Regularly collects data and generates reports as needed, to reflect oral health program activity Works collaboratively with BQWCHC Finance department to reconcile program financial information Performs claims submissions and external billing Provides client and community education pertaining to oral health (extra-oral) Initiates referrals and recommendations to the broader Community Health Centre, as appropriate Qualifications: HARP and IPAC Certification required Level II Dental Assistant certification preferred Minimum two (2) years of recent relevant practical experience as a Dental Assistant Experience performing reception/administrative tasks considered an asset Strong knowledge of good oral hygiene practices, dental procedures and dental instruments Proficiency with computers and various software applications; Dentrix is an asset Understanding of the social determinants of health; experience working with individuals facing barriers to equitable care preferred (including clients supported through Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program) Effective oral and written communication skills (English), with experience providing oral health education To apply for this opportunity please forward your resume and cover letter electronically to hr@bqwchc.com. Within the subject line of your email, please indicate the position title for which you are applying. POSTED UNTIL: September 25, 2026, at 4:30pm. BQWCHC encourages applications from diverse communities including person with disabilities, the 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, and racialized communities. If you have a disability and require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please call 613-965-0698 x 157 or email hr@bqwchc.com. For more information, please visit our website at www.bqwchc.com. We sincerely thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Dental Assistant supports the dentist in clinical procedures and manages the treatment area for patients. Additionally, the role handles administrative duties including appointment scheduling, billing, and insurance claims processing.

Requirements

Candidates must have HARP and IPAC certifications and at least two years of recent practical experience as a Dental Assistant. Proficiency in computer software and a strong understanding of social determinants of health are preferred.

Benefits

• Employer Paid Benefits • HOOPP Pension • Paid Vacation

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Dentrix · Preferred
• Financial Reconciliation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Dental Assisting
• Appointment Booking
• Inventory Management
• Insurance Eligibility Verification
• Claims Submission
• External Billing
• Oral Health Education
• Patient Care
• Dentrix
• Reception Services
• Data Collection
• Financial Reconciliation

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Social Services