24.43 - Certified Dental Assistant

**Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH)** serves the counties of Hastings and Prince Edward from four office locations including Belleville, Bancroft, Picton and Trenton. HPEPH is situated and provides services on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee people. Our organization is comprised of approximately 140 multidisciplinary staff, working together to monitor the health of our local population, deliver programs and services within our communities, and help develop healthy public policies. We provide information and support in many areas to help improve the health and well-being of our residents. Together with our communities, we help people become as healthy as they can be.

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The Certified Dental Assistant provides dental health services and programs for seniors, children, and youth in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS). This includes 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 within HPEPH catchment area.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Organizational Responsibilities**:

- Establishes and cultivates positive working relationships.
- Maintains effective communication and public relations.
- Actively serves on internal and external committees, work groups, etc. for HPEPH as assigned, and participates in the development of operational plans, as requested.
- Models, supports, and endorses Ontario Public Health/HPEPH values and change initiatives.
- Demonstrates a commitment to the HPEPH mission and values and acts as an ambassador for HPEPH when in contact with the public and other agencies.
- Where appropriate, identifies risk and implements risk mitigation strategies.
- Uses good judgement, and evidence where appropriate, to make informed decisions.
- Follows all applicable HPEPH, Ontario Public Health standards, legislation, and professional standards.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education**
- Completion of a Dental Assistant diploma or certificate program from a recognized school.
- Certified Dental Assistant Level II designation (including current HARP certification).

**Experience**
- 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.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**
- 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 HPEPH policies.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G) and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.

**Working Conditions**:
Interact with clients in a variety of clinical, community and school locations throughout Hastings and Prince Edward Counties, including use of the Mobile Dental Van. Flexible working hours required, with evening services on a regular basis. Normal working hours are 8:30AM - 4:30PM.

**Contract Duration**:
This position will start as soon as possible and continue up to 12 months.

If you are interested in applying, we would encourage you to review our Submission Guidelines on our website.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $27.71-$32.14 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-12-16