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Based in La Ronge and reporting to the Dental Team Leader you will be a member of a team which provides basic preventive, diagnostic and restorative dental care to children ages 16 and under.
To qualify you will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Graduation from a school of dental therapy and eligibility for registration and licensure with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapist's Association
- Knowledge of dental health principles and their relationship to health and disease as they apply to public health practice
- Ability to engage and work with children and their families including teaching oral health
- Knowledge of universal precautions for infection control
- Strong interpersonal and public relations skills with the ability to deal effectively with a variety of clients
- Ability to work with other professionals both independently and as a member of a team
- Excellent organizational, decision making and professional judgement skills
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to cross cultural issues
- Valid Saskatchewan driver's license
- The successful candidate shall be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement. Hours of work are 224/6 weeks (field hours).
Additional benefits include: annual education leave, relocation assistance, bi-weekly northern district allowance, retention bonus and one week of special northern leave upon the completion of each year of service.
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found.
Mamawetan Churchill River Health Region supports a shared commitment to a Representative Aboriginal Workforce. Our workplace is respectful and inclusive to all staff and clients. Where equivalencies are acceptable, a combination of education, training and experience will be considered.