Dental Therapist Jobs

Job Summary And Requirements
Dental Therapist
Health and Social Services
This is an until–filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time with 24-hours posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.
This is for 1 year full-time term, working 75 hours biweekly; the eligibility list for this competition will be used to fill future permanent, term, and auxiliary on call positions.
This is not a contract posting; housing is not provided.
Are you passionate about providing comprehensive oral health care services and education to diverse communities? The Yukon Government is seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Therapist to join our team in delivering high-quality dental care to preschoolers and school-age children across Yukon.
The Dental Therapist in the Yukon Children’s Dental Program delivers a wide range of oral health care services in a school-based setting, including diagnostic, restorative, preventive, and surgical dental procedures, as prescribed by a dentist. Providing oral health education and promoting preventive dental practices to patients and their families, our Dental Therapist collaborates with other dental and healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and holistic patient care. They conduct thorough dental assessments and maintain accurate patient records while maintaining confidentiality.
For more information regarding specific details of the position, please contact: Kendra Corriveau, A/Manager, Yukon Children’s Dental Clinic at (867)-667-8360, or at [email protected]
For assistance on how to apply on this posting, please contact E-Recruitment Client Support at (867) 667-9453 or [email protected] .
For all other questions on this posting, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at (867) 332-5768 or [email protected]
Please do not email resumes to the email addresses above; applications will only be accepted through the E-Recruitment system. Before you apply, please make sure you are eligible by visiting our E-Recruitment website re: applications.
Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications listed below – specifically – how your work experiences and related duties align with these essential qualifications. Note that selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your resume, including the use of YG’s “month/year – month/year” formatting standard.

• Experience working in public health and/or with First Nation’s communities is considered an asset (please include what you did in each position worked)
• Experience providing and delivering comprehensive dental treatment and preventative services to school aged children (please include what you did in each position worked)
• Holds a Dental Therapist Certificate issued by a regulatory authority in Yukon, or another Canadian jurisdiction; and is in good standing with the regulatory authority that issued the certificate.
• Experience working to the full scope of a Dental Therapist’s practice, including extractions, pulpotomies and crown placement (please include what you did in each position worked)

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability
Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Leadership skills that demonstrate aptitude in public health and program/service delivery
• Understanding and adherence to the Dental Therapists’ Code of Ethics & Code of Conduct
• Strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships through collaboration with colleagues and clients
• Strong ability and confidence to work autonomously and effectively plan and manage a large, diverse workload
• Excellent approach in working with children and families
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated high standards and adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.

Additional Information
Conditions of Employment:

• WHMIS 2015, to be obtained within 1 month of hire
• CPR certificate, to be obtained within 6 months of hire
• Security clearance with vulnerable sectors, to be obtained prior to candidate start date
• Registration with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for dental therapist license prior to start date
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent
• Transportation of dangerous goods certificate, to be obtained within 6 months

Job Requirements

• Must be able to utilize personal vehicle within Whitehorse city limits; extensive travel, up to 50% of the time, throughout the rest of the Yukon will be required (up to 1-3 weeks per trip) but using a government issued fleet vehicle; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; and must be comfortable working with young children (preschool and school-age) and must be comfortable working alone

What We Offer
Government of Yukon has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and Top Employer for Canadians over 40. Along with generous leave benefits, Yukon Government offers:

• Ongoing employee development with tuition subsidies as well as recently launched online learning platform called YGLearn, which features a variety of mobile-friendly course offerings
• Competitive travel per diems for assigned work travel. Per Diems can typically range anywhere between $5,000 to $10,000 per year for this Dental Therapist position; depending on the amount travelled.
• For more information on the comprehensive list of benefits and perks explore our website, Yukon.ca
• We are committed to diversity and inclusivity, and strive to create a supportive environment for all our employees
• Relocation may be provided, with a return-to-service commitment
• Competitive salary range and benefits (medical, dental, pension)
• Generous leave benefits (vacation, sick, special, etc.)
• As an eligible government employee, you and your family will have access to immediate and confidential assistance at no cost through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Eligibility List
12 months