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Job Description / Duties

Job Posting #E035-70

Certified Dental Assistant – Contract, Surrey Health Solutions Dental Clinic

Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible independent for individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca.

Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 09:00 – 17:00 Hours

Position Summary

Perform procedures such as: setting up x-rays, taking and developing x-rays, polishing teeth, and applying fluoride treatments and fissure sealant. Assist our dentist in procedure and sterilization of equipment. The successful candidate hold a Certified Dental Assistant Certification including at least one (1) year of experience working as a CDA. Salary and term will be negotiated depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications:

• High school graduate (or equivalent)
• Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) required
• One year experience as a CDA
• Proof of completed radiation safety course
• Certificate for coronal polishing recommended
• Non-profit experience is an asset
• A First Aid Training Certificate is required
• Two doses of Covid vaccine
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sectors Clearance

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate fashion
• Ability to manage high workload with multiple priorities
• Ability to work during significant level of interruptions
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental health education subjects
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including advanced proficiency with personal computers including database management, spreadsheet development and word processing
• Able to use sound judgment
• Possess a calm disposition and the ability to work easily with people

Additional Information

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.

Salary: $20 - $30 per hour

Contact Information

Please submit a resume and cover letter to: Meg.Tran@lookoutsociety.ca by 5:00 pm April 18, 2024

*Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.

Employer Profile

Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible and independent individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca