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Dental assistant

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Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

  • Prepare patients for dental examinations
  • Prepare plaster models and moulds
  • Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases
  • Order dental and office supplies
  • Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory
  • Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
  • Maintain and order supplies
  • Mould wax over dentures set-up
  • Perform reception and clerical duties
  • Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays
  • Schedule and confirm appointments
  • Take and develop X-rays
  • Record dental procedures performed on patients
  • Invoice patients for dental services

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Manual dexterity
  • Attention to detail
  • Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

  • Team player
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Reliability

Experience

  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
  • Langue de travail: Anglais
  • Heures de travail: 30 to 40 hours per week