Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (to be discussed)

About Us

At Ottawa Children's Dentistry, we are passionate about creating positive dental experiences for our patients and their families. Our goal is to provide the highest quality dental care in a friendly, compassionate, and fun environment.

Help make a difference in a child’s oral health with us! We are looking for a wonderful Dental Assistant to join our amazing team.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Taking dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Performing rubber cup prophylaxis and sealants
• Chairside assisting
• Sterilization, cleaning, tray preparation, and operatory set-up
• Dental charting and entering detailed chart notes

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma
• Works well in a team environment with humor, enthusiasm, and joyful consideration of others
• Ability to multi-task, take initiative, and anticipate the needs of others
• Reliable and punctual
• Exceptional computer skills

Preferred:

• Graduation from a Dental Assistant program or proven experience as a Dental Assistant
• Additional certifications or training (e.g., coronal polishing, sealants, nitrous oxide monitoring certification)

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and positive team culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s oral health
• Friendly, compassionate, and fun work environment
• Professional growth opportunities

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please email your cover letter and resume. We look forward to meeting you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Coronal Polish Certificate and Sealant Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person