Join our team at Glenora Dental as a full-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)! We’re looking for a dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented RDA who takes pride in providing excellent patient care and supporting a busy, collaborative dental practice.
You will work closely with our dentists and dental team to provide efficient chairside assistance, prepare treatment areas, maintain accurate records, and uphold high standards of infection prevention and clinical safety. Your caring approach will help create a welcoming, comfortable, and professional experience for every patient.
This position is ideal for an experienced RDA who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building positive relationships with patients, and contributes to a supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide attentive chairside assistance during restorative, preventive, surgical, and other dental procedures.
- Assist with implant procedures, including surgical setup, implant-related appointments, and post-operative instructions as directed.
- Provide chairside assistance during root canal therapy (RCT) and other endodontic procedures.
- Assist with Invisalign appointments, including records, attachments, delivery, and patient instructions within your authorized scope of practice.
- Perform iTero digital scans and assist with impressions and temporary restorations as required.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials before each appointment.
- Take and process dental radiographs in accordance with applicable standards and safety protocols.
- Provide patient education and post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.
- Follow sterilization, infection prevention, and workplace safety protocols.
- Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories.
- Maintain accurate patient records, treatment notes, and clinical documentation using Dentrix.
- Support patient flow, room turnover, and an efficient appointment schedule.
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients, helping them feel comfortable and informed.
- Work collaboratively with dentists, hygienists, reception staff, and other team members.
- Monitor dental supplies and communicate reordering needs.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and contribute to a positive, professional workplace.
Skills & Qualifications
- Current registration as a Dental Assistant in Alberta, in positive standing.
- Current CPR certification.
- Previous dental assisting experience is required.
- Experience assisting with dental implants, Invisalign, and root canal therapy is required.
- Strong clinical and chairside assisting skills.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, infection prevention, sterilization, and clinical safety procedures.
- Confidence taking dental radiographs and performing clinical duties within your authorized scope of practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A warm, professional, and compassionate approach to patients of all ages and care needs.
- Ability to anticipate the dentist’s needs and keep appointments running smoothly.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to remain calm in a busy environment.
- Experience with Dentrix and iTero scanning is an asset.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a motivated and dependable RDA with hands-on experience in implants, Invisalign, and root canal therapy. You are organized, adaptable, and attentive to detail, with a caring approach that helps patients feel at ease.
Most importantly, you are a positive team player who supports your colleagues and takes pride in your work. At Glenora Dental, we value teamwork, professionalism, kindness, and a commitment to creating an excellent experience for every patient.
To apply: Please send your resume to
[email protected].
Job type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
📌 Registered Dental Assistant (Edmonton)
🏢 Glenora Dental
📍 Edmonton