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Dental Assistant

  • Buffalo Narrows, SK
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 28, 2026
  • 1 position

$31–$33 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
38 hours per week

Job summary

The Dental Assistant delivers clinical and preventative oral health services to patients. They are also responsible for providing oral health education and promotion within the community.

Job details

Position #: 075279 Expected Start Date: To be determined, Open until filled. Union: SGEU Facility: Buffalo Narrows Health Centre City/Town: Buffalo Narrows Department: Dental Program Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Dental Assistants and Dental Aides (SGEU) Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 14 $30.730 to $32.880 (3 step range) Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Delivers clinical and preventative services, education and oral health care promotion. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Dental Assistant certificate Licenses * National Dental Assisting Examining Board * Valid Class 5 driver's license * College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Registration and licensure with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * Buffalo Narrows is located approximately 246 km north of Meadow Lake * Certification with the National Dental Assisting Examining Board * For more information on the village of Buffalo Narrows please visit http://buffalonarrows.com/ * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Dental Assistant delivers clinical and preventative oral health services to patients. They are also responsible for providing oral health education and promotion within the community.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Dental Assistant certificate and be registered with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan. A valid Class 5 driver's license and certification with the National Dental Assisting Examining Board are also required.

Benefits

  • Recruitment incentives
  • Retention incentives

Listed skills

  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Clinical services
  • Preventative services
  • Oral health care
  • Patient education
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Computer skills
  • Independent work
  • Oral Health
  • Dental Assisting
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Cultural Responsiveness
  • Reconciliation
  • Communication
  • Computer Literacy
  • Interpersonal Communications

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Dental Assistant
  • Dental Assistants and Therapists
  • Dental Assistants

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