Registered Dental Assistants can support patient care at Eckhardt Dental Centre in Penticton, using digital imaging and infection-control skills. Work Monday through Thursday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with three-day weekends.
This Dental Assistant position supports dentists and hygienists across Children's Dentistry, Restorative Treatments, Orthodontics, and Cosmetic Services. Prepare treatment rooms, take dental X-rays, sterilize instruments, and update patient charts. You will also support scheduling, patient flow, oral hygiene education, and post-treatment care while following IPAC, privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures
- Assist dentists and hygienists while maintaining patient comfort
- Take dental X-rays and digital images as required
- Sterilize instruments and follow IPAC infection-control standards
- Update charts and educate patients about oral care
Requirements:
- Registration or certification with a provincial regulatory body
- Previous dental assisting experience is preferred
- Legal authorization to work in Canada
- Ability to follow privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines
- Ethical skilled behaviour and strong patient relationships
Bring registered dental assisting credentials, digital imaging ability, and infection-control knowledge to Eckhardt Dental Centre's patient-focused team.