Part-Time Certified Dental Assistant

We are a privately owned endodontic practice with a small volume of patients that we treat in a tranquil setting. We are looking for a principal chair-side dental assistant who is comfortable assisting with administrative tasks when needed. The ideal candidate will be friendly, punctual and able to communicate well with patients and referring practices.

Requirements

• Level 2 certification
• Reference from a previous employer (dentist)
• Live/commute easily to our downtown location
• IPAC is up to date by the time of hire
• CPR up to date by the time of hire
• WHMIS up to date by time of hire
• Must be able to fluently speak and write in English
• Must be highly proficient with computers and dental software
• No sponsorships and no candidates without college certification
  
  

Schedule

• Tuesday 11 - 8 pm or close
• Wednesday 10 - 7 pm or close
• Friday 9 -2 pm (flexible)
  
  

Duties

• Don and doff PPE following IPAC standards.
• Set up and tear down rooms.
• Sterilize according to IPAC standards and protocols.
• Daily Harp Testing and Recording.
• Take x-rays with RINN with and without rubber dam capturing the apex.
• Working knowledge of endodontic setup and armamentarium.
• Chairside assisting root canal therapy, retreatment, and apical surgery.
• Communicate with referring doctors’ offices, patients, and pharmacies.
• Record notes into a chart when dictated by a dentist.
• Utilize dental software.
• Keep track of invoices and inventory, and order and organize supplies.
• Maintain inventory, make orders, restock.
• Assist in light cleaning duties
• Maintain and update emergency box
• Water testing
• Flushing lines
• Equipment maintenance.
• Check in patient and seat in treatment room
• Take vitals
• Answer phone calls and complete comfort calls
• Submit insurance claims/estimates
  
  

Compensation

• $24-32/hr based on the ODAA/ODA wage report.
• Uniforms provided
• Free Parking on site
• HSA
  
  

About River Street Endodontics

An endodontic speciality practice nestled between Corktown and Leslieville serving the downtown Toronto community for over five years. Privately owned and operated we treat one patient at a time in a tranquil boutique setting. Learn more: @riverstreetendo https://www.riverstreetendo.ca/