Certified Level 2 Dental Assistant

Job summary

Prepare treatment rooms, assist dentists and hygienists during procedures, manage instruments, and maintain sterilization and infection-control standards. Take and process dental radiographs, educate patients about oral care, and keep accurate patient records.

Job details

Dentistry on Liverpool is a modern, state-of-the-art dental practice that has served the Pickering community for over 50 years. Our dental the clinic offers a welcoming environment and is continuously growing by accepting new patients. Our team is committed to providing high-quality oral health care using contemporary techniques and technology. Dentistry on Liverpool values compassionate service, community connection, and a collaborative approach to patient care. The ideal Certified Level 2 Dental Assistant will hold a NDAEB certificate, support dentists and hygienists in providing comprehensive dental care in a fast-paced clinical setting. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, managing dental instruments, and ensuring proper sterilization and infection control. The role also includes taking and processing dental radiographs, educating patients on oral care, and maintaining accurate patient records. This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, requiring consistent in-person collaboration with the dental team and direct interaction with patients. Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in Dental Care and Dentistry. Strong skills in Oral Care education and patient support. Proficiency in Sterilization procedures and adherence to infection control standards. Hands-on experience in Dental Assisting within a clinical environment. Certified Level 2 Dental Assistant designation in Ontario (or eligibility for certification). Current CPR certification and familiarity with dental radiography. Effective communication skills and a patient-centered approach. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple tasks efficiently. Experience with dental practice management software is an asset.

What you’ll do

Prepare treatment rooms, assist dentists and hygienists during procedures, manage instruments, and maintain sterilization and infection-control standards. Take and process dental radiographs, educate patients about oral care, and keep accurate patient records.

Requirements

Candidates need an Ontario Certified Level 2 Dental Assistant designation or eligibility for certification, an NDAEB certificate, current CPR certification, and familiarity with dental radiography. They should have practical dental-care experience, strong patient-support and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate and manage multiple tasks; experience with dental practice management software is an asset.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Dental Assisting
• Dental Care
• Dentistry
• Oral Care Education
• Patient Support
• Sterilization
• Infection Control
• Dental Radiography
• Patient Records Management
• Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Multitasking
• Dental Practice Management Software

Job areas

• Healthcare