Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 116 Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Dental Assistant 2 Job Title Dental Assistant 2 Department Dental Clinic | Faculty of Dentistry Compensation Range $5,317.00 - $5,772.00 CAD Monthly Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. This position is one of support to facilitate the operation of the dental school in a fast-paced workplace. It will involve chairside assisting, but also sterilization and preparation of instruments and supplies for dental students.

This position- Dental Assistant II, would report to - Dental Assistant III or IV, that reports to the Senior Clinic Manager, Resources & Operations, who reports to the Clinic Director. This position will also take direction from the Clinic Operations Administrator. Setting up instruments and equipment or dental procedures Assist faculty and students for chairside dental assisting Dispensing of supplies and materials to dental students Would work in the clinic and the Central Sterilization and Dispensary area.

Work around the sink area, sterilizers and ultrasonic units. floor is concrete, some anti-fatigue matting throughout. Hazards- instrument cassettes are heavy, lifting of cassettes involved, and loading and unloading of trolleys. Consequence of Error/Judgement Work would be checked by a Dental Assistant III or IV.

If incorrect decisions were made it would impact on the clinic functioning properly the next day.





Supervision Received

Would be supervised by a Dental Assistant III or Dental Assistant IV's.

Supervision

Given C. dental assistant certification and current license is required. High School graduation and completion of dental assistant program. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of clients/students/faculty/colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to learn new computer programs and use computers effectively.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Equity and Diversity Statement Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.

An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.

Human Rights

Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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