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Dental Therapist Diploma

La Loche, SK
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

$39–$48 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 32 hours per week

Job summary

Provide preventative, diagnostic, and restorative dental care to children up to age 17. Instruct patients on oral hygiene and maintain accurate patient charts.

Job details

Position #: 075239 Expected Start Date: October 30, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: La Loche Health Centre City/Town: La Loche Department: Dental Program Type: Part-time regular FTE: 0.8 Number of Hours per Rotation: Per 3 weeks: * 3 shifts of 6 hours * 9 shifts of 8 hours Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Dental Therapist - Diploma $39.269 to $47.998 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Reporting to the Director of Population Health Services and the Senior Dental Therapist, you will provide basic preventative, diagnostic and restorative dental care to children up the age of 17. You will instruct patients in oral hygiene assist in moving and setting up portable dental equipment and maintain charts. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Dental Therapy diploma Competencies * Basic - Interpersonal skills * Basic - Organizational skills * Basic - Communication skills Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions * Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting * Ability to be flexible and willing to change Other Information * La Loche is located approximately 347 km north of Meadow Lake * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapists Association (SDTA) * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized * 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

Provide preventative, diagnostic, and restorative dental care to children up to age 17. Instruct patients on oral hygiene and maintain accurate patient charts.

Requirements

Requires a Dental Therapy diploma and registration or eligibility with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapists Association. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work in a cross-cultural setting.