Job Description

Join Our Team as a Dental Assistant at Argyle Associates!

Are you ready to take your career in patient care to the next level with an exceptional team? We are currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing Argyle Associates team.

Argyle Associates, established in 1976, is renowned for providing a comprehensive spectrum of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical procedures. We take pride in our outstanding patient care and community leadership, and we're looking for an exceptional candidate like you!

Why Join Argyle?

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits program including employer-paid Health & Dental benefits.

Opportunities for professional development to enhance your career.

RRSP match program

Paid holidays and time off

Company events

Free parking at all our locations

And more!

The Role:

Perform daily setup of operatory rooms and ensure all equipment is prepared for surgical procedures and consultations.

Maintain cleanliness and organization in operatory areas to meet infection control standards.

Seat patients and facilitate the smooth flow of appointments, ensuring a positive and comfortable experience.

Prepare patients for transport to the recovery area, documenting necessary information as required.

Take, process, and mount x-rays as instructed by the oral surgeon.

Manage all patient x-rays, CBCT, and Trios imaging, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Clean and sterilize instruments after each surgery, following established sterilization techniques.

Set up trays and restock operatory rooms with necessary supplies.

Assist in post-operative care, ensuring patients are comfortable and well-informed about aftercare procedures.

Perform ad hoc duties as required to support the dental team.

This position is offering a salary of $24.00 - $31.71 per hour. The successful candidate must be able to travel to all 4 locations and work evening shifts.

You will Bring:

Graduate from an approved dental assisting program.

Previous dental assisting experience is preferred.

Knowledge and experience with CBCT and Trios.

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate is required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of implants and implant systems.

Strong organizational and planning skills.

Personable with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Strong attention to detail in all aspects of dental assistance.

Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure.

Adaptable and capable of efficiently managing multiple tasks.

Strong interpersonal skills for effective patient and team interaction.

Effective time management skills for optimizing operational efficiency.

Bilingualism is considered an asset.

Ability to travel to all 4 locations is required.

Argyle Associates strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply to our welcoming community. We strive to make our application process accessible to any and all users. Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at HR@argyleassociates.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest. We review and assess all applications and will contact candidates whose background and experience most closely fit the needs of the position.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (preferred)

Work Location: In person