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Certified Dental Assistant (Hamilton)

@ Passion Dental Group

Hamilton, Ontario

$24–$30/hr1+ years experience
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Overview

Passion Dental Group is hiring Level I or Level II Dental Assistants for its six Hamilton, ON clinics. The work covers chairside support during routine and complex procedures, patient education, sterilization and infection control, X-rays, and clinical administration. Pay is $24.00 to $30.00 per hour, part-time or full-time, with evening and weekend availability required.

Pay:

$24–$30 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Assist dentists during routine and complex procedures
  • Educate and guide patients through appointments and post-treatment care
  • Prepare rooms and sterilize instruments per IPAC protocols
  • Take and process dental X-rays and digital scans
  • Maintain patient records and support front desk operations

Requirements summary:

  • Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program
  • Level I or Level II certification
  • Active HARP certification
  • 1+ years of clinical experience preferred
  • Evening and weekend availability

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Benefits mentioned

Dental
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Employer posting date
2026-09-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-13
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience1+ years
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsLevel I or Level II Dental Assistant certification, HARP
EducationTrade certificate (required)
Fields of studyDental assisting

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Passion Dental Group

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Offering increased overall value in your clinic transition via a unique acquisition/partnership model

Full company description

Passion Dental Group was built by dentists for dentists. We provide an acquisition/partnership model that aligns with the selling dentist. Our Passion is providing CE training, mentorship, and career growth support to our partners. This partnership approach provides a "share the win" concept for a future exit strategy.... Visit our website (pdgcanada.ca) to learn more about our network of forward thinking dental clinicians and our shared vision of helping dentists and their teams grow their passion and create exceptional patient care.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 855 42 Ave SE, Suite 210, Calgary, Alberta T2G 1Y8, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Marketing
  • Dental
Other recorded names
  • Passion Dental Group
  • Passion Dental Group Inc.
Specialties
  • Dentistry clinics
  • Dentists
  • and Dental Hygienists
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Reported total investment
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Passion Dental Group was built by dentists for dentists. We provide an acquisition/partnership model that aligns with the selling dentist. Our Passion is providing CE training, mentorship, and career growth support to our partners. This partnership approach provides a "share the win" concept for a future exit strategy.... Visit our website (pdgcanada.ca) to learn more about our network of forward thinking dental…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersCalgary, Alberta
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2019
SpecialtiesDentistry clinicsDentists and Dental Hygienists
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Job description


We’re Hiring: Dental Assistant (Level I or Level II)

At Passion Dental Group, we believe great dental care goes beyond procedures— it’s about creating a warm, comfortable experience, building lasting trust, and helping our patients feel their absolute best.

Position Details

  • Job Type: Part-time and Full-time (schedule finalized with hiring manager)
  • Hours & Availability: Candidates must be flexible to work within the clinic's operating hours:

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

  • Location: Assigned to one of 6 clinic locations in Hamilton, ON
  • Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with certification level and experience)

About the Role

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Level I or Level II Dental Assistants to join our team, with opportunities available at our 6 Hamilton clinic locations. Whether you are a Level I assistant looking to grow your clinical expertise or an experienced Level II certified assistant ready to make an immediate impact, we offer a supportive, high-energy environment where your skills and patient-first mindset are genuinely valued.

What You’ll Do

  • Chairside Support: Assist dentists during a variety of routine and complex clinical procedures, including extractions, root canals, bone grafts, and implant surgeries.
  • Patient Care & Education: Guide patients through their appointments, explaining post-treatment care, oral hygiene practices, and treatment procedures with empathy and clarity.
  • Sterilization & IPAC: Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments in strict compliance with infection control protocols.
  • Radiology & Diagnostics: Take and process dental X-rays (for Level II / HARP certified candidates) and digital scans.
  • Clinical Administration: Maintain accurate digital patient records, assist with inventory management, and support front desk operations with scheduling or patient intake when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education & Certification: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program (Level I or Level II certification).
  • Certifications: Active HARP certification
  • Experience: 1+ years of clinical dental assisting experience preferred, though motivated recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Communication & Tech Skills: Strong interpersonal communication skills and comfort with dental management software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Availability: Evening and weekend availability to support clinic operating hours.

Preferred Assets:

  • Experience with iTero scanning
  • Up-to-date IPAC and WHMIS training

Why Join Passion Dental Group?

We invest in our people first. We aim to build an internal culture that supports continuous learning, professional growth, and personal success.

Ready to apply? Submit your resume today

#PassionMP



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