Languages English

Education College/CEGEP

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Membership in the Canadian Dental Assistants Association

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Specific Skills

Prepare patients for dental examinations; Invoice patients for dental services; Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment; Prepare dental instruments and filling materials; Take and develop X-rays; Educate patients concerning oral hygiene; Record dental procedures performed on patients

Business Equipment and Computer Applications MS Excel; MS Word

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments; Order dental and office supplies; Perform reception and clerical duties

Work Setting Dental practice

Security and Safety Bondable

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability