dental technician assistant

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Tasks: Prepare patients for dental examinations. Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases. Order dental and office supplies. Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory. Prepare dental instruments and filling materials. Maintain and order supplies. Perform reception and clerical duties. Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment. Educate patients concerning oral hygiene. Finish metal framework of dentures. Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant. Schedule and confirm appointments. Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures. Perform intra-oral duties. Take and develop X-rays. Record dental procedures performed on patients. Invoice patients for dental services. Polish and buff dentures. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Registration with provincial or territorial authorities. Certification by the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Sitting. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Judgement. Team player. Accurate. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Reliability. Experience: 5 years or more. Other benefits: Other benefits.