Job Description

Dental Assistant (CDA Level II)

(32 Hours/week Permanent)

Who We are:

Langs is a grass-roots neighbourhood-based organization that has become so much more! Langs was established as a community development project in 1978 by a group of citizens and service providers concerned about the lack of accessible services in the community. Langs has grown to become a dynamic, respected multi-service organization that uses a community development approach to provide comprehensive health, social and recreational services that are responsive to the changing needs of our community.

What We are Looking For:

We are currently recruiting for a Dental Assistant to join our Ontario Seniors Dental Care Team for a full-time position. This role is responsible for providing chairside assistance to the clinic dentist and assisting in the day to day operations of the program.

A successful candidate in this role would have

Completion of CDA Level II Dental Assisting program.

National Dental Assisting Examining Board Certificate and current certification with Ontario Dental Assistants Association.

Experience providing administrative and clerical support for a dental clinic is an asset

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and dental practice management software systems. Experience with Dentrix would be considered an asset.

Knowledge of the safe operation of an X-ray machine and quality assurance protocols, dental terminology, dental procedures, and the operation and care of dental equipment, safety management in a dental setting, preventive strategies, infection prevention and control protocols.

Flexibility and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Experience working with low-income seniors an asset.

In this role you will be expected to complete the following tasks at an intermediate level

Preparing, maintaining, updating, retrieving, and filing charts electronically.

Sets up and organizes instruments and dental materials needed for dental procedures and ensures equipment is in working order.

Providing chair-side assistance to the clinic dentist

Exposes and mounts radiographs as specified by HARP Act (1990) using digital X-ray machines & software.

Experience with rubber dam placement and removal an asset.

Floating duties, as needed (i.e. sterilizing, operatory clean-up & set-up, charting).

Maintains proper infection control procedures

Participates and assists in the development of health promotion activities, such as health fairs, dental demonstrations, and dental education activities.

Ensures the clinic's dental equipment is maintained in good working condition

Orders dental materials and printing supplies for the dental clinics; monitors and controls inventory

Tests radiological and sterilization equipment on a monthly basis.

Performs related duties as assigned

What We Can Offer You:

Langs is an organization where people belong. Langs is committed to promoting Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access for all our staff, patients, participants, and volunteers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Langs strives for an inclusive environment centred on employee wellbeing and supportive leadership.

The successful candidate would be eligible for the following benefits, pro-rated to hours worked:

Starting Salary of $21.30-$23.89 hourly

3 Weeks paid vacation, with an increase to 4 weeks after 1 year of employment

15 Sick/Personal Days per year

10 Professional Development days per year

Enrolment in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental Care Plan including a $1000 Healthcare Spending Account.

Candidates are required to submit detailed cover letter along with their resume by September 26, 2025

Candidates requiring accommodation to participate should contact Human Resources to communicate any

accommodation needs.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.30-$23.89 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance
Licence/Certification:

Certified Dental Assistant Level II (required)
Work Location: In person