Dental Therapist

Job Summary And Requirements This is a until-filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest. This posting This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill future permanent or term similar positions. This is not a contract posting. This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon . Who We Are The Yukon Children’s Dental Program, comprised of Dental Therapists and Dental Hygienists provides comprehensive diagnostic, preventative and restorative dental services to preschool and school aged children in Whitehorse and throughout rural Yukon. Your impact 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. 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 on this job, please contact Rupinder Kaur, Acting Manager of the Yukon Children’s Dental Program at 867-393-7128 or Rupinder.Kaur@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at 867-332-5768 or Jaime.Strachan@yukon.ca Your Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. Government of Yukon’s many benefits Your career, your home, your lifestyle We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment. As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer. Check Out Yukon Life Working at Yukon government Whitehorse Lifestyle Yukon, Larger than Life Essential Qualifications Important application and job requirements Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions. Dental Therapist Diploma or Degree Current Canadian license or eligible to be licensed as a Dental Therapist with Yukon’s Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Experience providing and delivering comprehensive dental treatment and preventative services to school aged children Experience working to the full scope of a Dental Therapist’s practice, including extractions, pulpotomies and crown placement Experience working in public health and/or with First Nation’s communities is considered an asset New graduates may be considered; please ensure practicum experience is clearly detailed in your resume, including all experience with school-aged children. It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”. Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following: Unders