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Certified Dental Assistant (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge)

Kitchener, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 8, 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 assistance to dentists during clinical procedures and manage instrument sterilization according to infection control protocols. Maintain accurate digital patient records and assist with patient education and front desk operations.

Job details

Position Title: Dental Assistant (Level I or Level II) Location: KWC Region – Placement at 1 of our 3 locations (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge) Company: Passion Dental Group (Anytime Dental) Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience) About the Role 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. We are expanding across the region and looking for dedicated and compassionate Level I or Level II Dental Assistants to join our team. You will have the opportunity to be placed at one of our modern, state-of-the-art clinics across Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge. 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. Role Details Employment Type: Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience) Schedule: Flexible availability required for Days, Evenings, and Weekends (Clinics operate 7 days a week with extended operating hours) Location: Dedicated placement at one clinic location within the KWC region (Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge) 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 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 digital tools. 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. Our goal is to build an exceptional internal culture where continuous learning, professional growth, and personal success are actively supported in a modern, non-traditional practice environment. Ready to apply? Submit your resume today! #PassionMP

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Dental Assisting program and hold an active HARP certification. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.