Dental Assistant

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: New
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Centre – University Centre
Department: Musculoskeletal and Multisystem
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Work Model: On-Site 
Grade: B0:04
Wage Range:  $ 27.56 - $ 34.45 per hour
Hours: Various
Status: Casual
Closed Date: May 19, 2026

Job Summary

The Dental Service is designed to meet the needs of Toronto Rehab’s special patient population who face barriers in accessing dental care in private offices. Our clinics are located at the University Centre and the E.W. Bickle Centre for Complex Continuing Care.

Duties

As a member of the department of Dentistry, the responsibilities of the Preventative Dental Assistant include:

• Preparation of work area for dentist and patient flow
• Ensuring room, equipment and supply cleanliness; under the orders, supervision and guidance of the supervising dentist
• Performing simple dental procedures within scope of practice;
• Performing reception responsibilities and confirming patient booking information
• Monitoring in-room inventory for operatories
• Performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested
• Working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner

• Completion of an accredited dental assistant program 
• Experience preparing work area for dentist and patient flow 
• Experience performing simple dental procedures  
• Experience confirming patient booking information; monitoring in-room inventory for procedures 

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.