Prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists and hygienists during clinical procedures. Maintain infection control standards and provide oral hygiene education to patients.
Requirements summary
Must be registered or certified as a Dental Assistant with the provincial regulatory body. Previous dental assisting experience is preferred and candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.
At Ocean Dental in Burnaby, we’re committed to providing top-quality care in a welcoming, patient-centered environment. Our team is passionate about oral health, and we work together to ensure every patient leaves with a confident, healthy smile. With a focus on continuous learning and modern dental techniques, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and collaborative atmosphere for both patients and staff. Join us and be part of a team that values your skills and encourages professional growth, all while making a real difference in our community!
Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms
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Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our
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Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth
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Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth The wage for this Dental Assistant position is $28-$35/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. Please note that this is a replacement job opening.
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Role: Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow Take dental X-rays and digital images as required Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care Support scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour
About
You: Registered and/or Certified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required Previous dental assisting experience is preferred
Application
Information: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis. Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients. We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes.
We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.
