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Summary:
Based in La Ronge and reporting to the Senior Dental Therapist, the Dental Assistant will assist the Dental Therapist and supervising dentist in the dental health program, provide education and promote oral health care and perform other duties as required.
To qualify you will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Membership in and licensure by the Saskatchewan Dental Assistant's Association is required
- Knowledge and experience in intraoral procedures as defined by the Dental Assistant scope of practice
- Ability to teach oral hygiene (e.g. clinic contact, classroom teaching or presentations)
- Knowledge of universal precautions for infection control
- Ability to liaise with other health care professionals, community groups and families
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be highly self-motivated and excellent organizational and decision making skills
- Strong interpersonal and public relations skills with the ability to deal effectively with a variety of clients
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and cross-culture issues
- Valid driver's license
- Travel to other communities including overnight stays and travel by small aircraft will be required.
- The successful candidate shall be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Selection:
Selection for this position will be based on Article 9.03 of the SAHO/SGEU Collective Agreement. Please view Official Job Evaluation Website http://www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation/ (Provincial Job Descriptions)
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found.
For more information and/or to submit a resume, please contact:
Pearlene Neethling
Human Resources Consultant
Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region
Box 6000, La Ronge, SK S0J 1L0
Phone: (306) 425-4835; Fax: (306) 425-5432
Email: Human.Resources@mcrhealth.sk.ca