The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for a temporary full-time Dental Assistant to work on the Oral Health and Clinical Support Services team until May 29, 2026.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Associate Manager, Oral Health and Clinical Support Services, the incumbent will:
Provide chair-side duties by assisting a dental hygienist and dentist;
Deliver oral health lessons in the community and provide preventive dental health instruction
Schedule appointments for clients to be seen in the Health Unit’s dental clinic;
Organize referral appointments for clients requiring dental specialists;
Pack, transport, and set up dental equipment and supplies as well as teaching aids;
Greet patients and document accurate medical and dental history;
Assist patients with the completion of required documentation;
Answer dental health inquiries from a wide variety of sources;
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a Dental Assistant certificate program;
Certified Dental Assistant Level II;
Current CPR certification;
Experience working with children, seniors and vulnerable populations in a clinical setting;
Experience working in preventive and treatment clinical settings;
Public Health experience preferred;
Knowledge and experience with current clinical skills such as infection and prevention control, as well with assisting and applying fluoride treatments;
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in order to provide excellent client service and work effectively with team members;
Strong organization skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities/inquiries/requests to perform independently and effectively;
Proficient technical skills in the areas of documentation, Microsoft Office, and databases;
Experience with ABELDent and Oral Health Information Support System (OHISS) is an asset;
Skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse population, has knowledge of health inequities.
Possession of a valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of a vehicle for work-related purposes OR the ability to arrange for transportation to multiple locations in London and Middlesex County.
Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other languages is highly desirable.
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $27.54 to $34.39 based on qualifications and experience.
DIRECTIONS TO APPLY:
To apply to this position, please go to www.healthunit.com select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by November 13, 2025. Please note new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
