Dental Technical Assistant

Job title:

Dental Technical Assistant

Company

University Health Network

Job description

Company DescriptionUHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Dental Oncology Unit, Dental Lab
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Hours: Varies
Status: Casual
Closing Date: May 9, 2025The dental laboratory fabricates prostheses for cancer patients before, during and after treatment. Under the direction of the dentists and maxillofacial prosthodontist, a full service of dental care is provided, including both fixed and removable prostheses, of which the dental lab assistant will be responsible for, under the supervision of a dental lab technician.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Fabrication of dental prosthetics

• Completes all steps required for fabrication and delivery of complete and partial dentures, fluoride trays as well as maxillofacial prostheses
• Communications with surgical team as needed to determine extend of planned surgery and timing of delivery of prosthesis to operating room, when needed
• Communicates with department dentists as needed; including in-operatory consults if required
• Communicates and follows direction from dental lab technician

Assist in the fabrication of advanced prosthetics

• Assists the dental lab technician in the fabrication of advanced prosthetics

Qualifications

• Completion of a 3 years Community College Program in Dental Technology or recognized equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year practical and related experience in Dental Prosthetics
• 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

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?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.)

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.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Thu, 08 May 2025 03:28:27 GMT

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