Certified Dental Assistant

Certified Dental Assistant, Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) program

Health Services, Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention

Status: (1) Contract Full Time position, duration: 12 months

Salary Range: $56,618 to $70,774+ comprehensive benefits 

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, various travel through out Peel Region & off-site

Hours of work: 35 hours per week; Monday through Friday 

Help Brighten Smiles Across Peel Region!

Are you passionate about delivering compassionate, client-centered care and making a lasting difference in your community? Join Peel Region’s Oral Health team as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) and play a key role in improving access to oral health services for children and families through the Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) program.

As a valued team member, you’ll collaborate with dental professionals, support program delivery in various clinical and community settings, and help shape brighter, healthier futures—one smile at a time.

Your Impact

• Facilitate access to care –guide residents through public oral health programs with empathy and professionalism
• Support screening and preventive services – assist in providing dental services within the scope of a Level II CDA, ensuring high standards of infection control and client care
• Collaborate and coordinate – work closely with your oral health team and community partners to support case management and client navigation
• Engage and educate – respond to public inquiries and promote oral health awareness, while respecting the diverse needs of Peel’s population
• Contribute to program success – maintain accurate client records, complete administrative duties, and perform data entry into OHISS and other health databases
• Be mobile and flexible – deliver care across  Peel, using your personal vehicle to reach various community locations

What You Bring

Education & Certification

• Level II Certified Dental Assistant in good standing with the Ontario Dental Assistants Association
• CPR Certification (current and valid)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of full-time clinical dental experience (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
• Familiarity with ODA procedure codes and dental documentation practices

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a client-first mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing work environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data entry
• Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a team-based setting
• Understanding and respect for cultural, linguistic, and social diversity
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license and daily access to a vehicle

Nice to Have

• Experience with the Oral Health Information and Support System (OHISS)
• Multilingual abilities to better serve diverse communities
• Knowledge of or experience in a public health setting

Perks That Make Work Rewarding

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team in the Full-time Role:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plan (including psychological health coverage) – starting on your first day
• OMERS pension plan to help secure your future
• Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year
• 3 paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours to support your well-being
• Annual performance reviews with merit increases
• Supportive, respectful work culture where inclusivity is celebrated
• Learning and development resources to support your growth

We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work! 

Work Mode & Travel Requirement
This is a hybrid role that requires travel to various dental clinics and community settings across Peel Region as well as some opportunity to work off-site. You’ll be actively involved in face-to-face care and community outreach.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

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Be bold. Think big. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Peel residents—apply today and help us bring healthier smiles to our communities!

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.