Posted 2 months ago
Dental Surgeon
@ Department of Surgery | The Ottawa Hospital
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
The Ottawa Hospital is hiring a Dentist for its specialized Dental Clinic, serving adults with complex medical, developmental and physical health needs. The work covers comprehensive dental care in clinic and hospital settings alongside an interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive dental care to adults with complex medical needs
- Work in clinic and hospital settings
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary dental and surgical teams
- Support patients linked to cancer and inpatient programs
Requirements summary:
- Dental qualifications (not specified in posting)
- Experience with medically complex or special-needs patients
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
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Job details
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Department of Surgery | The Ottawa Hospital
The Department of Surgery and the Ottawa Hospital is seeking a Dentist to join our specialized Dental Clinic team.
This unique hospital-based practice provides care to adults with complex medical, developmental, and physical health needs who require specialized dental services beyond those typically available in the community. Our patients include individuals with cancer, cardiac conditions, developmental disabilities, seizure disorders, and other medically complex conditions.
Working alongside an interdisciplinary team of dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, hygienists, and specialized support staff, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide comprehensive dental care in both clinic and hospital settings. The Dental Clinic works closely with regional cancer programs, inpatient services, and community partners to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.
This position offers:
- A rewarding and meaningful practice focused on improving care for vulnerable patient populations
- Opportunities to work within a unique hospital environment
- Collaboration with highly skilled multidisciplinary teams
- Exposure to a diverse and complex patient population
- Access to specialized resources and support not typically available in a community practice
The Ottawa Hospital Dental Clinic is one of the few programs in the region dedicated to serving medically compromised adults and patients with special needs, making this a truly distinctive professional opportunity.
Vacancy Disclosure: Existing job vacancy
COMMENTS TO APPLICANT
We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The Department of Surgery is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
For qualified candidates, please submit your application by sending your resume and cover letter to Siobhan Little ([email protected]) Manager/ Supervisor, Dental Clinic The Ottawa Hospital.
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