The Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) requires staff members to support medical operations by performing x-ray examinations and executing sterilization procedures and assisting with patient appointment management and record maintenance operations.
Luminous Dental Centre is a dental practice which has provided services locally for more than 40 years. The clinic maintains a commitment to long-term employee relationships while creating an environment which enables staff members to develop new skills.
The organization added more personnel and extended its operational schedule to enhance its patient care capacity for residents of Port Coquitlam. The dental practice establishes an environment which attracts dental professionals because it maintains a welcoming atmosphere and has developed a base of dedicated patients. Check out the job post below to learn more about this role.
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Employer Details
Company Name : Luminous Dental Centre
Location : 2755 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 5Y9, Canada
Salary : $31 – $37 an hour
Job Type : Part Time
Start date : As soon as possible
Benefits : Clinic dental coverage, paid leave days, workplace parking.
Job Description
- A Certified Dental Assistant supports dentists during treatments and helps with clinic.
- The role takes place on site at Luminous Dental Centre.
- The position includes assisting with dental procedures and supporting patient scheduling and records.
- Permanent part time position with about 32 – 40 hours per week depending on scheduling.
- The clinic operates Monday to Friday with one Saturday per month, with another weekday off when Saturday shifts occur.
- The workplace is a long standing family run dental clinic serving the local community.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during treatments and dental procedures.
- Take dental radiographs as required during patient visits.
- Help with sterilization of dental instruments and equipment.
- Answer phone calls and schedule appointments for patients.
- Manage patient files and update electronic medical records.
- Check if patients have insurance coverage.
- Help with billing and payment processing.
Requirements
- The role requires a valid Certified Dental Assistant license which must be held in British Columbia.
- The role requires at least two years of experience working as a CDA in a busy dental clinic.
- The candidate needs to possess experience in dental office work.
- The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in using electronic medical record systems.
- The applicant needs to understand dental terminology together with dental procedures.
- The position requires employees to demonstrate effective organizational abilities while performing multiple tasks.
- The candidate needs to exhibit strong social skills which enable him to interact effectively with patients and coworkers.
- The candidate needs to demonstrate his ability to work effectively within a dental clinic team environment.
- Experience using the Tracker system would be considered an asset.
- The candidate must be available to work weekdays and one Saturday per month.
How to Apply?
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