Date Posted: 08/22/2024
Req ID: 39218
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Dentistry
Department: Faculty of Dentistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description: About us: Exciting new advances and global challenges are radically reshaping the field of dentistry. Our vision at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto is to not just address and respond to these changes – but to thoughtfully and conscientiously shape the field of the future.
With our robust and comprehensive educational training programs (DDS, MSc, PhD degrees, IDAPP and other specialty programs), our emphasis on community outreach and care, and our internationally known and interdisciplinary research mission, the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto continues to earn its reputation as one of the top dental schools in North America.
We are driven by our vision to improve health by advancing dentistry through inspired leadership, innovation, and excellence in education, research, and practice.
Your opportunity: Under the general supervision of the manager, the incumbent provides dental assistant and administrative services to the undergraduate and graduate students, academic and administrative staff and performs all aspects of dental assisting as defined by the ODAA for regularly scheduled and special programs.
Your responsibilities will include: Primarily working in the pre-clinical simulation lab (simLAB):Dispensing instruments, equipment, and materials to students.Organizing instruments, equipment, and materials for upcoming classes.Maintaining accurate inventories and ordering supplies.Working with pre-clinical Course Directors to ensure student assignments, instruments, equipment, and materials are distributed for classes, exams, and evening practice.Maintaining all aspects of the pre-clinical lab including cleaning, organizing, and applying IPAC standards.Ensuring compliance with occupational safety standards.Occasionally working in the patient clinics:Scheduling appointments.Updating and maintaining database records.Assisting faculty, dental students, and technicians during treatment procedures.Applying established standards when cleaning, sanitizing, and/or sterilizing facilities.Applying established standards when administering biological and/or medical imaging.Providing safety training and ensuring compliance with occupational safety precautions.Following rules and procedural processes related to Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).Essential Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program, Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), and current member of the ODAA, including HARP. Current CPR certification is also required.Experience in the dental field, encompassing all aspects of dentistry.Experience using all dental-related materials and products (e.g., amalgams, impression materials, eugenols, disinfectants, put and fissure sealants, vinyl polysiloxanes, etc.).Highly developed organizational, time management, and communication skills and excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office.Capability to work in all facets relating to dentistry (e.g., mixing all materials).Ability to work quickly and accurately.Ability to work in close association and cooperation with others as part of a team.Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, discretion, good judgment, and initiative.Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately convey information.Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task; demonstrated punctuality and work dependability.Ability to act with sensitivity and empathy when responding to diverse groups of individuals.Assets (Nonessential): Familiarity with the Clinic Management System, Axium.To be successful in this role you will be: CooperativeMulti-taskerOrganizedPlease submit all applications (Resume & Cover Letter) to ****** with the subject line "Dental Assistant Casual". Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Only those candidates who meet our criteria will be contacted. Note: Hours of work for this position are 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday with occasional adjustments to reflect the class schedules.
Closing Date: 09/03/2024, 11:59 PM ET
Employee Group: USW Casual
Appointment Type: Casual - less than 6 months in duration.
Hourly Rate: $29.91
Lived Experience Statement:
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement:The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
Accessibility Statement:The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact ******.
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