Mount Carmel Clinic Job Board
#2025-045 | Dental Therapist
Description
Date: June 2, 2025
Position: Dental Therapist
Status: Part-Time, 0.6 FTE, Permanent
Hours of Work*: Days of work vary; 8:45/11:45am - 5:00/8:00pm
Department: Primary Health
Job Posting No.: #2025-045
Reports to: Program Manager, Primary Health
Closing Date: June 16, 2025, at 4:00pm
Union: MAHCP
Salary: $42.517 - $53.745/hr
*These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization
*Mount Carmel Clinic Operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas
Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience, and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.
Position Summary
The Dental Therapist works under the supervision of the Dentist and provides services to children 14 years and younger. They are responsible, under a dentist’s treatment plan, for fillings, stainless steel crowns, extracting primary teeth, and pulpotomy treatment. They also perform x-rays, sealants, fluoride varnish, impressions, local anesthesia, and oral health promotion.
Qualifications
Education
Completion of a Dental Therapist training program with applicable certification, licensing and registration
Skills, Expertise, and Experience
Minimum two years’ experience as a Dental Therapist
Required to provide dental care in a variety of settings including temporary clinics in community settings
Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and produce expected results/outcomes
Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission, and values
Indigenous Understanding
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families
Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity, and cultural awareness
MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment, and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and community development principles in all aspects of the work.
Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computers (e-mail, etc.)
Assets
- Multiple Languages
- Experience in an inner city community setting
- Experience working with service specific programs such as; ClearDent, eChart, and Accuro
- Current CPR Certification
All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.
Please submit your application here: https://mountcarmelclinic.applytojobs.ca/primary+health/39032
This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website:
We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.