Dental Assistant

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 #: 075639 Expected Start Date: To be determined, Open until filled. Union: SGEU Facility: La Loche Health Centre City/Town: La Loche 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 * College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * National Dental Assisting Examining Board * Valid Class 5 driver's license Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Basic - Computer skills * Communication skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * Certification with the National Dental Assisting Examining Board * Registration and licensure with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan * 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. Additionally, a valid Class 5 driver's license and certification from the National Dental Assisting Examining Board are required.

Benefits

• Recruitment incentives
• Retention incentives

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

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

Job areas

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

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