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Dental Assistant
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, assists staff and students in the treatment of patients. Assists in the instruction of dental students. Prepares and sets up instruments and materials. Ensures compliance with infection control. Schedules appointments. Compile reports. Ensures maintenance and supply of equipment and materials.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists staff and students in treatment of patients and other projects. Hands out required supplies or instruments and looks after patients.
- Demonstrates and instructs dental students in the operation of equipment and various techniques.
- Assists others in, and ensures compliance with, infection control procedures protocols and policies.
- Schedules appointments. Verifies patient charts and procedure sheets.
- Disinfects and sterilizes equipment and instruments. Prepares, sets up and ensures availability of instruments, materials and supplies used in clinics and research and teaching laboratories. Develops radiographs.
- Disseminates information regarding schedules, rotations, conferences, etc.
- Maintains inventory. Recommends and purchases equipment and material.
- Maintains equipment and performs repairs. Arranges for servicing. Ensures cleanliness and safety of work areas.
- Completes various forms and prepares reports relating to activities of the unit.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the field to update skills and knowledge.
- Uses a variety of instruments, such as dental unit, ultrasonic cleaners, amalgamator, incubator, suction.
The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an employee whose position has been matched to this generic job description.
Other qualifying skills:
- Dental Assistant Certification is a requirement
- Knowledge of dental laboratory procedures is considered an asset
- High degree of manual dexterity.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- English and French spoken and written.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Proven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking setting
- Ability to spend long hours standing, stretching, bending and light lifting.
As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:
- Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance)
- Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%)
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Two (2) personal days
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
- Paid time off over the December holiday period
- Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
- Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #3 on a scale of 0-4.
For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.
Minimum Education and Experience:
DEP - Dental Assistance 3 Years Related Experience /
Hourly Salary:
(MUNACA Level D) $26.18 - $32.46
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
Associate Director, Administration
Position End Date (If applicable):
Deadline to Apply:
2026-10-15
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
