Certified Dental Assistant (Hamilton)

Hamilton, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$24–$30 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time, Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Provide chairside support to dentists during various clinical procedures and ensure strict adherence to infection control and sterilization protocols. Manage patient records, assist with digital diagnostics, and provide clear communication regarding treatment and oral hygiene.

Job details

We’re Hiring: Dental Assistant (Level I or Level II) At Passion Dental Group, we believe great dental care goes beyond procedures— it’s about creating a warm, comfortable experience, building lasting trust, and helping our patients feel their absolute best. Position Details Job Type: Part-time and Full-time (schedule finalized with hiring manager) Hours & Availability: Candidates must be flexible to work within the clinic's operating hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Location: Assigned to one of 6 clinic locations in Hamilton, ON Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience) About the Role We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Level I or Level II Dental Assistants to join our team, with opportunities available at our 6 Hamilton clinic locations. Whether you are a Level I assistant looking to grow your clinical expertise or an experienced Level II certified assistant ready to make an immediate impact, we offer a supportive, high-energy environment where your skills and patient-first mindset are genuinely valued. What You’ll Do Chairside Support: Assist dentists during a variety of routine and complex clinical procedures, including extractions, root canals, bone grafts, and implant surgeries. Patient Care & Education: Guide patients through their appointments, explaining post-treatment care, oral hygiene practices, and treatment procedures with empathy and clarity. Sterilization & IPAC: Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments in strict compliance with infection control protocols. Radiology & Diagnostics: Take and process dental X-rays (for Level II / HARP certified candidates) and digital scans. Clinical Administration: Maintain accurate digital patient records, assist with inventory management, and support front desk operations with scheduling or patient intake when needed. Qualifications & Requirements Education & Certification: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program (Level I or Level II certification). Certifications: Active HARP certification Experience: 1+ years of clinical dental assisting experience preferred, though motivated recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Communication & Tech Skills: Strong interpersonal communication skills and comfort with dental management software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Availability: Evening and weekend availability to support clinic operating hours. Preferred Assets: Experience with iTero scanning Up-to-date IPAC and WHMIS training Why Join Passion Dental Group? We invest in our people first. We aim to build an internal culture that supports continuous learning, professional growth, and personal success. Ready to apply? Submit your resume today #PassionMP

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Level I or Level II Dental Assisting certification from an accredited program and possess active HARP certification. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work flexible evening and weekend hours are required.