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SalaryMED Dentistry
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position has a term length of 2 years and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page.
The position will be a Recurring term position from approximately September to mid-July annually with a pro-rated salary.
Location
Work will primarily take place at North Campus Edmonton. This role is in-person.
Working for the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.
Working for the Department/Faculty
The School of Dentistry Oral Health Clinic (OHC) located on the 8th Floor of the Kaye Edmonton Clinic provides oral health care services
Position
Under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Supervisor, the Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs) are multi skilled professionals who perform clinical procedures within their scope of practice through assignment and delegation of duties and responsibilities dependent on the area/unit they are assigned to. The position will be a Recurring term position from approximately September to mid-July annually with a pro-rated salary.
Duties
The Registered Dental Assistant may be assigned to any of the clinics within the School of Dentistry. The duties includes but not limited to:
- Assist / mentor students, residents and instructors during patients treatment
- Prepare dental operatories for dental care delivery
- Perform intra-oral skills within their scope of pratice
- Report any equipment issues or missing equipment to the equipment technician (Emaint)
- Responsible for daily / weekly general cleanliness of the clinic operatories
- Reports all clinical issues to the clinics supervisors
- Utilizes EHS protocols/procedures such as WHIMIS and chemical spills guidelines as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma/Certificate from an accredited Dental Assisting Program or NDAEB Certification
- Current registration with CADA, CDAA along with a local association license
- Current CPR: Health Care Provider Level C certification; Knowledge of WHIMS
- Two year of previous RDA experience
- Knowledge of dental materials management, dental instrumentation and dental equipment
- Demonstrated skill in establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and perform tasks accurately with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; meet deadlines and work well under pressure
- Excellent communications skills (written and oral)
How to Apply
Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
