At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist graduate students and faculty in prosthodontics while ensuring a clean and efficient clinic.
- Company: Join UBC's Faculty of Dentistry, a leader in dental education and innovation.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, work in a supportive environment, and enhance your dental skills.
- Other info: Opportunity to support teaching activities and grow within a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Make a difference in dental education while developing your career in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Must have BC dental assistant certification and relevant experience or education.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 $ per year.
Support graduate prosthodontics with chairside assisting, sterilization, and operatory preparation at UBC's Faculty of Dentistry.
This fixed-term leave replacement supports dental students and clinical faculty.
As a Dental Assistant 2, you will facilitate dental school operations through prosthodontic support, clinical documentation, and instrument preparation.
The position reports to Dental Assistant III or IV and takes direction from clinic operations leadership.
You will also support teaching activities and Central Sterilization and Dispensary operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operatories, instruments, equipment, and prosthodontic materials
- Assist graduate students and faculty during clinical procedures
- Clean, sterilize, store, and dispense instruments and supplies
- Monitor clinical inventory and report replenishment needs
- Prepare clinical demonstrations and teaching activities
Requirements
- British Columbia dental assistant certification and current license
- High school graduation and completed dental assistant program
- Two years of relevant experience or equivalent education
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Bring licensed dental assisting, prosthodontic preparation, and sterilization expertise to UBC's graduate dental clinics and teaching environment.
Graduate Prosthodontics Dental Assistant in Vancouver employer: The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration among its diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. Located in the vibrant city of Vancouver, UBC provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development, while promoting a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. As a leader in research and education, UBC empowers its employees to make meaningful contributions that can transform health and education on a global scale.
Contact Details:
The University of British Columbia Recruitment Team
