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Dental Assistants  (NOC 3411)
Lethbridge--Medicine Hat Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Dental assistants assist dentists during the examination and treatment of patients and perform clerical functions. Dental assistants work primarily in dentists' offices, or they may be employed by government and educational institutions.

certified dental assistant, certified intra-oral dental assistant, dental assistant, registered dental assistant.

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Dental assistants perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Prepare patients for dental examination and assist the dentist during the examination
  • Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment
  • Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
  • Educate patients concerning oral hygiene
  • Schedule patient appointments and record dental procedures performed
  • Invoice patients for dental services
  • Order dental and office supplies
  • Take and develop X-rays
  • Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant
  • Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts
  • Fabricate temporary crowns and restorations.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Bassano, Bow Island, Brooks, Cardston, Claresholm, Coaldale, Coalhurst, Fort Macleod, Magrath, Nanton, Picture Butte, Pincher Creek, Raymond, Redcliff, Taber

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Education & Job Requirements for Dental Assistants in Lethbridge--Medicine Hat Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Skills Requirements

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Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills:

Experience:
0-2 years

Specific Skills:
Sterilize and maintain instruments. Prepare patients for dental examinations. Develop X-rays.

Additional Skills:
Schedule patient appointments. Perform reception and clerical duties. Order dental and office supplies.

[Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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[ Report Publication Date: 2007-08-07 | Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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