Surgical Dental Assistant - Trimac Dental Centre (Dr. Scott MacLean)

Get to Know Us: 

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment? At Trimac Dental Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, we’re proud to provide a full range of dental services from general and cosmetic dentistry to oral surgery, orthodontics, and more. Our commitment to excellence is powered by cutting-edge technology, including 3D CT scans and digital impressions, ensuring precision care and patient comfort every step of the way. Located in the Halifax Shopping Centre Annex, our clinic is easily accessible via major bus routes and offers free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free. 

Join a team where passion meets purpose. With an outstanding 4.9-star Google rating, we’re recognized for our exceptional care, innovation, and dedication to our patients. At Trimac, we foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence. Dr. Scott MacLean is looking for a Surgical Dental Assistant to join his busy practice. The Surgical DA will specialize in assiting in a variety of oral surgeries and endodontic procedures.

Schedule:  

• Monday - Friday or Monday - Thursday
• Four or five day work week
• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

What Sets Us Apart: 

• Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms 
• Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program 
• Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth 
• Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth 

Your Role: 

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment 
• Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments, maintaining patient comfort and workflow 
• Assist the dentist during oral surgery procedures, including extractions, implant placements, root cancls and other surgical treatments.
• Pre and post operative care instructions to patients
• Take dental X-rays and digital images as required 
• Perform instrument sterilization and infection control following IPAC standards 
• Update patient charts and provide education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care 
• Anticipate the needs of the dentist during procedures and provide efficient chairside support.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver efficient, high-quality care 
• Follow all privacy, safety, and regulatory guidelines 
• Establish strong patient relationships while maintaining ethical professional behaviour  

About You: 

• Registeredas a Dental Assistant with your Provincial regulatory body or association is required 
• NDAEB Certification
• 3-5 years of experience working in a surgical setting assisting with extractions, implants and other procedures
• Previous dental assisting experience is preferred 

Application Information: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.