Licensed Dental Assistant - Vic West Dentistry

Get to Know Us: For over 30 years, Vic West Dentistry has proudly served patients in Victoria and the surrounding communities. Our team is passionate about providing exceptional, patient-centred care and staying at the forefront of modern dentistry. We are committed to ongoing learning and professional development, regularly attending courses and dental conferences to ensure we provide our patients with the most up-to-date care. Conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Victoria, Vic West Dentistry offers a welcoming, collaborative environment where team members can grow and thrive. Learn more at www.vicwestdentistry.com Schedule: Part-time Weekdays only (no weekends)! What Sets Us Apart: Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on 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 shares expertise, 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 The wage for this Dental Assistant position is $31-$36/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. Your Role: Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow Take dental X-rays and digital images as required Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour About You: Registered and/or Certified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required Previous dental assisting experience 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.

The dental assistant will prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists during procedures while maintaining high standards of infection control. They are also responsible for patient charting, taking X-rays, and providing oral hygiene education to ensure high-quality patient care.

Candidates must be registered or certified as a Dental Assistant with their provincial regulatory body. Previous dental assisting experience is preferred to ensure the candidate can effectively support the clinical team.

• Competitive pay • Annual reviews • RRSP matching • Gym discounts • Insurance savings • Entertainment deals • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Professional development • Continuing education

• Clinical carePreferred

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• Dental assisting
• Patient care
• X-ray imaging
• Digital imaging
• Instrument sterilization
• Infection control
• IPAC standards
• Patient charting
• Oral hygiene education
• Scheduling
• Administrative tasks
• Treatment room preparation
• Patient Comfort
• Oral Hygiene
• Workflow Management
• Dental Assisting
• Curiosity
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Administrative Functions
• Patient Flow
• Patient-Centered Care
• Dentistry
• Medical Records
• Dental Radiography
• Digital Image Processing
• Sterilization
• Infection Control

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Licensed Dental Assistant
• Administrative Clerk / Coordinator
• General Office Clerks
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week