Dental therapist
Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services Department based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Dental therapist. Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services Department focuses on improving residents’ well-being through comprehensive healthcare and social support. It provides medical care, mental health services, and community assistance. The department integrates services and partners with local organizations to address diverse needs and enhance quality of life. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Yukon
Department: Health and Social Services
Division: Dental Health
Position: Dental therapist
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $85225.00 – $98818.00 yearly
Employment Type: Permanent/Full time
Classification: ST14
Union: YEU
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shift: 75 Hours Bi-weekly
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: 50614
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a CPR certificate within 6 months of hire
Experience: Candidates should have experience working in public health and with First Nation’s communities
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have a strong ability and confidence to work autonomously and effectively plan and manage a large, diverse workload
- The candidates should be prepared for extensive travel, up to 50% of the time, throughout the rest of the Yukon (up to 1-3 weeks per trip) a government-issued fleet vehicle will be provided by Yukon Government
- The candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should hold a Dental Therapist Certificate issued by a regulatory authority in Yukon, or another Canadian jurisdiction, and be in good standing with the regulatory authority that issued the certificate
- The candidates should have a current license or be eligible to be licensed as a Dental Therapist with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- The candidates should have experience providing and delivering comprehensive dental treatment and preventative services to school-aged children and experience working to the full scope of a Dental Therapist’s practice, including extractions, pulpotomies, and crown placement
- The candidates should be new grads if they can demonstrate the essential qualifications through internships and practicums
- The candidates should understand and adhere to the Dental Therapists’ Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
- The candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate high standards and adherence to infection prevention and control protocols
- The candidates should have an excellent approach in working with children and families and maintain effective relationships through collaboration with colleagues and clients and leadership skills that demonstrate aptitude in public health and program or service delivery
- The candidates should be registered with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for dental therapist license and a valid class 5 driver’s license or equivalent and responsible for locating and securing their own housing; this is not provided by Yukon Government
- The candidates should be able to obtain a security clearance with a vulnerable sector, TB Screening and obtain WHMIS 2015 within 1 month of hire and obtain a CPR certificate within 6 months of hire
- The candidates should obtain a Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificate within 6 months of hire and comfortable working with young children (preschool and school-age) and must be comfortable working alone
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, extended health care plan, long-term disability insurance, travel insurance, public service pension plan and supplementary death benefit
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!