Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre (BQWCHC) - Belleville SiteFull-Time Permanent 1.0 FTE$45,936.80- $55,837.60/year, based on 35 hours/weekJob Summary:The Oral Health Program is a not-for-profit Dental Clinic providing basic emergency services to those who are uninsured and underinsured, such as those receiving the Canadian Dental Care Plan, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program and to those without dental insurance coverage. The Dental Assistant assists the dentist and Oral Health team at the Community Health Centre in all aspects of oral health care. This role also provides administration and reception functions of the Oral Health Team, including appointment bookings and inventory management.Why work here:Day shifts, Monday-FridayPaid VacationValues Driven Decision MakingTrauma-Informed ApproachKey Areas of Responsibility:Prepares clients and the treatment area for dental proceduresAssists the dentist during examinations and dental treatments including fillings, extractions, and other proceduresSchedule coordination and appointment bookingDetermines client eligibility for insurance coverage using electronic portalProvides reception services for clients both in-person and over telephoneRegularly collects data and generates reports as needed,



to reflect oral health program activityWorks collaboratively with BQWCHC Finance department to reconcile program financial informationPerforms claims submissions and external billingProvides client and community education pertaining to oral health (extra-oral)Initiates referrals and recommendations to the broader Community Health Centre, as appropriateQualifications:HARP and IPAC Certification requiredMinimum two (2) years of recent relevant practical experience as a Dental AssistantExperience performing reception/administrative tasks considered an assetStrong knowledge of valuable oral hygiene practices, dental procedures and dental instrumentsProficiency with computers and various software applications; Dentrix is an assetUnderstanding of the social determinants of health; experience working withindividuals facing barriers to equitable care preferred (including clients supported through Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program)Effective oral and written communication skills (English), with experience providing oral health educationBQWCHC encourages applications from diverse communities including person with disabilities, the 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, and racialized communities. If you have a disability and require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please call (phone hidden) x 157 or email [email protected]. For more information, please visit our website at www.Bqwchc.Com. We sincerely thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Dental Assistant - $25 - $30 An Hour (Stirling-Rawdon)
🏢 Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre
📍 Stirling-Rawdon