Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Part-Time

We’re hiring a reliable second Dental Assistant to join our family dental team part-time, Monday - Friday at Fonthill Marketplace Dental.

The ideal candidate likes to multi-task and get things done behind the scenes. Their role will be to support our current dental assistant, flip rooms, run sterilization, competently assist chairside, and support the clinical flow of the dental office. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are essential. Experience working as a dental assistant is preferred, but ambitious new graduates are encouraged to apply. Weekdays only. Some evening availability is required. Start date is flexible.

We’re a small, patient-focused team that has grown from a brand-new office into an established part of the local community. We’ve built our practice around long-term relationships with our patients and a workplace where people support one another, take pride in what they do, and genuinely care about doing things well.

The role:

• Weekdays only
• Some evenings required
• Hourly Wage: $25.00 – $29.00 / hour

What you’ll do:

• Help set up and tear down treatment space for procedures
• Assist the dentist chairside for diagnostic, restorative, surgical, and orthodontic procedures, as needed
• Take dental x-rays, impressions, intraoral photos and digital scans, as needed
• Run sterilization, keep instruments clean and organized for the team throughout the day
• Track and log sterilization data in compliance with IPAC and regulatory standards, perform tests as required
• Maintain dental instruments, equipment, operatories, and clinical spaces before, during and after dental treatment
• Prepare thorough clinical documentation and meticulous patient records
• Monitor and organize clinical inventory and supplies
• Communicate with the doctor and team to keep schedules running efficiently
• Perform other related duties as needed

What we’re looking for:

• Post-secondary certificate from an accredited Dental Assistant program or currently completing one
• Strong communication, meticulous organization, and documentation skills
• CPR/First Aid certification or currently completing one
• HARP certification or currently completing one

Our practice is completely digital, so strong computer skills are important. Dentrix, iTero or other dental software experience is an asset. We’re also willing to train the right person who has the right attitude and is eager to learn.

Accessibility: At Fonthill Marketplace Dental, we value an inclusive and welcoming workplace. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know by email or phone so that we can provide the appropriate support.

If this job sounds like a good fit, tell us why and send us your resume. We’d love to hear from you! :)

Pay: $25.00-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• What interests you about joining our team at Fonthill Marketplace Dental?

Work Location: In person