Dental therapist
Government of Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Dental therapist. Government of Yukon’s Department of Health and Social Services oversees healthcare and social support programs in the territory. It provides medical services, mental health support, and social assistance to Yukon residents. Through community outreach and collaboration with stakeholders, it promotes well-being and addresses health and social challenges. 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: Community Health, Dental Health
Position: Dental therapist
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $85225.00 – $98818.00 yearly
Employment Type: Term/Temporary/Full time
Union: YEU
Classification: ST14
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shift: 75 Standard Hours Bi-weekly
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: 49949
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Holds a Dental Therapist Certificate issued by a regulatory authority in Yukon, or another Canadian jurisdiction
Experience: Candidates should have experience providing and delivering comprehensive dental treatment and preventative services to school aged children
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 obtain within 6 months a Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificate and WHMIS 2015 training should be obtained within 1 month of hire
- The candidates should be able to utilize a personal vehicle within Whitehorse city limits
- The candidates should be prepared for extensive travel, up to 50% of the time, throughout the rest of the Yukon, which will be required (up to 1-3 weeks per trip), but using a government-issued fleet vehicle
- The candidates should have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- The candidates must be comfortable working with young children (preschool and school-age) and must be comfortable working alone
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be in good standing with the regulatory authority that issued the certificate and should have experience working to the full scope of a Dental Therapist’s practice, including extractions, pulpotomies, and crown placement
- The candidates should have experience working in public health and/or with First Nation’s communities and who are currently students in a BSC (Dental Therapy) Program, who can demonstrate the essential qualifications through internships, practicums, cooperative and voluntary placements, and that have verification of graduation in 2024
- The candidates should have an understanding of and adhere to the Dental Therapists’ Code of Ethics & Code of Conduct and demonstrate high standards and adherence to infection prevention and control protocols
- The candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships through collaboration with colleagues and clients
- The candidates should excel in working with children and families and Leadership skills that demonstrate aptitude in public health and program/service delivery
- The candidates should possess a valid class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent and Security clearance with vulnerable sectors is required and should be obtained
- The candidates should possess registration with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for dental therapist license and a CPR certificate should be obtained within 6 months of hire
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide comprehensive oral health care services and education to diverse communities
- The candidates should be able to collaborate with other dental and healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and holistic patient care
- The candidates should be able to conduct thorough dental assessments and maintain accurate patient records while maintaining confidentiality
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!