Dental Careers in Gander

Location: Gander, Newfoundland
Schedule:Full Time

Big Smiles Dental, is an established practice in the beautiful town of Gander, Newfoundland. We are committed to providing excellence in patient care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for our team. As we continue to serve our dedicated patient base and grow within our community, we are looking for a skilled and passionate Associate Dentist to join our practice.

Gander is a tight-knit, welcoming community with great potential for growth and a high demand for dental services, particularly in implants and advanced procedures.

What We Offer:

• Full Clinical Scope: Engage in a full range of clinical procedures, including basic and advanced endodontics, oral surgery, implants (placement and restoration), prosthodontics, and orthodontics.

• Technology & Equipment: Nitrous Sedation, Dentrix, iTero scanner, CBCT, Nobel implant system and 3D Printing.

Highlights of Our Practice:

• Excellence in Patient Care: We pride ourselves on delivering top-quality care and creating a welcoming environment for our patients.

• Staff Dedication: Our team is committed to providing exceptional service, with a focus on collaboration and patient satisfaction.

• Community Focus: Gander is a small town with a great community spirit, offering a fulfilling work-life balance and the opportunity to make a real impact.

• Great Earning Potential: Benefit from a very established patient base with substantial opportunities for high production and earning potential.

Ideal Candidate:

• Focus on Patient Care: The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing exceptional dental care and building strong patient relationships.

• Team-Oriented: Ability to work well with the dental team, ensuring a collaborative and positive environment.

• Professional Growth: This role offers significant opportunities for advanced procedures, including implants and other complex treatments.

• Strong Work Ethic: The role is suited for someone who enjoys hard work and is motivated by the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive practice.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Associate Development Program: A structured yet flexible learning initiative with curated offerings from top clinicians and mentors where you will receive individualized learning & development plans, Priority access to free in-person learning & webinars, discounted rates on courses and access to Study Clubs and online professional communities.

• Ortho Acceleration Program & Align Partnership: A strategic partnership with Align Technology that provides exclusive benefits, dedicated learning opportunities and enhanced treatment planning support. 

• Implant Program: Our Associates benefit from customized training and dedicated learning opportunities for implant placement and restoration, supported by our strategic partnership with Nobel Biocare.

• Network of Experienced Dental Professionals: You will have opportunities for formal and structured mentorship with esteemed team members and colleagues and access to industry-leading experts in various dental disciplines.

• Path to Partnership: dentalcorp provides a clear path to practice leadership for Associates who wish to move beyond their clinical role and become the business leader of a practice.

About You:

• Graduate from an accredited DDS/DMD Program or successful completion of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Equivalency Process

• Registered and in good standing with provincial licensing requirements

• Valid CPR certification

All applicants must be domiciled in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process and thereafter can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

About Us:

• Competitive compensation between $22.50/hr - $23.50/hr

• Total rewards package that offers discounts on many services and activities including an exclusive corporate gym membership program; reduced rates on home and auto insurance; unlimited access to a variety of discounted entertainment, hotels, products, services and so much more!

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) that connects team members and their families with complimentary, confidential, short-term counseling and advisory services

• Career development to grow and evolve as a dental professional on your individual career path, including access to industry-leading continuing education

• Attend social and CE events to network with dental professionals in your community

• Work-life balance and flexibility

• Access to modernized technology to provide optimal oral care to patients

• Uniform allowance

• Private staff parking on site

Responsibilities:

• Clinical chairside assisting duties including knowledge of instrumentation

• Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour

• Prepare treatment room in accordance with infection control and practice protocols for each patient

• Thorough understanding of practice health and safety requirements

About You:

• Registered and/or certified as a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required.

• Previous dental assisting experience is preferred

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.