Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Herongate Dental
About The Position
At Herongate Dental, we are proud to provide comprehensive dental care to individuals and families in the Ottawa community. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We offer a full range of dental services including preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and orthodontic treatments designed to support long-term oral health for patients of all ages. Using modern dental technology and a collaborative approach, we strive to make every visit comfortable, efficient, and informative. As an active member of the Ottawa community, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our patients and creating a positive, team-oriented workplace. We are always looking for motivated individuals who share our commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction to join our growing team. The wage for this Dental Assistant position is $28-$34/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. This is a replacement job opening.
Requirements
- Registered and/or Licensed as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice To Haves
- Previous dental assisting experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment
- Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow
- Take dental X-rays and digital images as required
- Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards
- Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks
- Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care
- Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines
- Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour
Benefits
- Competitive pay with annual reviews
- RRSP matching
- Gym discounts
- Insurance savings
- Entertainment deals
- Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Award-winning education
- Hands-on experience
- Real recognition
- Proven pathways that grow your expertise
- Industry-leading CE
- Social and networking events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
