Dental Assistant

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: Non-Union
Site: University Centre, Toronto Rehab Institute
Department: Musculoskeletal Rehab Program
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: B0:03
Wage Range: $24.25 - 30.31 per hour (to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Hours: 0.2 FTE
Status: Temporary Part-Time (12-Month Contract)
Closed Date: December 6, 2024

Job Summary

The Dental Service is designed to meet the needs of Toronto Rehab's special patient population who face barriers in accessing dental care in private offices. Our clinics are located at the University Centre and the E.W. Bickle Centre for Complex Continuing Care.

Duties

• As a member of the department of Dentistry, the responsibilities of the Preventative Dental Assistant include:
• preparation of work area for dentist and patient flow
• ensuring room, equipment and supply cleanliness
• under the orders, supervision and guidance of the supervising dentist, performing simple dental procedures within scope of practice
• performing reception responsibilities and confirming patient booking information; monitoring in-room inventory for operatories
• performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested
• working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner.

• Preparation of work area for dentist and patient flow
• Ensuring room, equipment and supply cleanliness; under the orders, supervision and guidance of the supervising dentist
• Performing simple dental procedures within scope of practice;
• Performing reception responsibilities and confirming patient booking information
• Monitoring in-room inventory for operatories
• Performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested
• Working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.