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Certified Dental Assistant

  • Full-Time
  • Belleville
  • $51,701.44 to $59,957.84 CAD / Year
  • March 6, 2026

Website Southeast Public Health

The Certified Dental Assistant implements comprehensive oral health programs and services to promote and support oral health. This includes dental health services and programs for seniors, children, and youth in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) such as chair-side assisting, scheduling client appointments, and supporting efficient clinic operations for public health dental programs and services.

Responsibilities Include: 

·         Provides chair-side duties by assisting Dental Providers in the delivery of care in fixed and remote clinics.

·         Exposes and processes radiographs in compliance with HARP (Healing Arts Radiation Protection).

·         Participates in the efficient operation of programs through support functions including coordinating and scheduling clients for clinic appointments, packing supplies, and assisting with inventory.

·         Completes maintenance and operating requirements for clinics and mobile vans.

·         Discusses treatment needs and develops treatment plans with clients.

·         Organizes referral appointments for clients requiring dental specialists.

·         Answers dental related inquiries from a variety of sources.

·         Provides oral hygiene instruction and topical fluoride to clients in accordance with standards.

·         Provides complete, accurate and clear documentation.

·         Assists with follow-up procedures.

·         Participates in the development of, and revisions to, appropriate resources and teaching materials.

·         Prepares and sterilizes instruments, maintains equipment, and performs lab duties on a rotational basis.

·         Plans, develops, and provides oral health education to community agencies and the community at large.

·          Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

·         Completion of a Dental Assistant diploma or certificate program from a recognized school.

·         Certified Dental Assistant, Level II designation (including current HARP certification)

·         One (1) year experience as a dental assistant

·         Previous experience in public health dentistry or teaching setting is preferred.

·         Previous treatment coordination experience is an asset.

·         Demonstrated ability to work with priority populations and provide oral health education and instruction.

·         Excellent communication, organization, and teaching skills.

·         Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office) and a demonstrated ability to learn new software programs.

·         Immunizations must be up-to-date and maintained in compliance with all applicable organizational policies.

·         Valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G) and access to a reliable vehicle.

·         French language an asset.

·         Proven ability to attend work regularly.

·         Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

·         Satisfactory police record check (CRC/VSC) if required.

How to Apply:

Resumes must be received by Human Resources ( [email protected]) by Friday, March 6, 2026 Please quote the competition number on your application.

Southeast Public Health supports diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, economic circumstance, marital status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and gender expression, race, religion, and sexual orientation.  Accommodations will be made, upon request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

 

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Work in Quinte as a division of The Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board is committed to acknowledging, appreciating and understanding the Indigenous peoples’ historic connection to this land and to raising awareness by building relationships in collaboration with Indigenous partners and communities. 

We recognize and acknowledge that we are living and working on the traditional territory of the Wendat, Mississauga, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee which includes the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) with whom we work in direct partnership with. 

This partnership focuses on the common goal of celebrating the region with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka who are equal partners within the organization and at the Board of Directors table contributing to the mandate and operations.

This mandate includes listening to, learning from, and collaborating with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka and actively incorporating their culture and heritage into the practice of responsible destination marketing and management of the region.

We understand that this land acknowledgement is only a small step towards the larger process of reparations and reconciliation.