Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.

Position Overview

Calian Health Services is thrilled to invite a motivated and dedicated Level II Dental Assistant to join our professional team at the CFB Shilo dental clinic. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and want to be part of something truly meaningful, this opportunity is for you!

As a Dental Assistant at CFB Shilo, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality oral healthcare to the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces. Working alongside skilled dentists and dental hygienists, you’ll be a part of a close-knit team focused on supporting the health, well-being, and readiness of Canada’s military members.

Responsibilities

  • Assist dentists or other dental clinicians chairside in performing a wide range of dental procedures.
  • Perform dental radiographs.
  • Perform a wide range of dental laboratory procedures.
  • Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments, equipment, and operating area.
  • Maintain dental operating area and monitor consumable supplies.
  • Provide administrative support as required.
  • Other associated tasks relevant to this occupational group.

Qualifications

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited Level II (Intra-Oral) Dental Assisting program.
  • Must be licensed in Good Standing as a Level II Dental Assistant with the Manitoba Dental Assistants Association.
  • Must have experience performing intra-oral procedures and providing clinical assistance in all disciplines of dentistry.
  • Must have (or be able to obtain) CPR Level C / AED certification.

Additional Requirements

  • Candidates must be eligible and able to obtain and maintain a Reliability level Government Security clearance.
  • Calian Health thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Security clearances

  • A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position.  
  • Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirementand process.