Dental Therapist Diploma Senior

The position is bound by the following legislation: 

• Dental Disciplines Act 
• Saskatchewan Dental Therapists Association Bylaws and Regulations

Human Resources Exemption: No

Qualifications: 

• 2 years’ experience as a Dental Therapist 
• Must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license    

Education: 

• Graduate from a recognized dental therapy program with a Dental Therapist Diploma or Dental Nurse Diploma 
• Eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapists’ Association 

Knowledge:  

• Comprehensive knowledge of health principles/determinants of health/population-based outcomes including oral health, and their relationship to overall health and disease as applied to public health practice (population-based) 
• Comprehensive knowledge of current infection control standards, practices and protocols. 
• Knowledge in health promotion, public relations projects and/or media 
• Knowledge of the program planning process 
• Knowledge of current scientific information/research/best practice related to oral health, preschool oral health and other related health issues. 
• Knowledge of how to prepare for and utilize the media (e.g.: press, radio, television, and social media)

Abilities and Skills: 

• Highly developed oral and written communication skills 
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to interact with clients, parents, health professionals, and community leaders/groups in a positive and culturally appropriate manner 

• Highly developed organizational/multi-tasking skills 
• Ability to problem solve, be creative and innovative, take initiative 
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills 
• Strong computer skills (word processing, data entry) 
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team 
• Ability to address health-related issues or life skills, other than oral health (eg. personal hygiene, promote immunization and breastfeeding) 
• Ability to work in a cross cultural environment  
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary groups 
• Ability to work in isolated areas, as required 
• Ability to travel on remote roads and fly in small aircraft to remote communities, as required