Lakeside Dental Clinic

Lakeside Dental Clinic is committed to making a difference. Together, we are enhancing patient dental care to positively impact the lives of people every day. Lakeside Dental Clinic has been operating in Nanaimo for over 30 years, with a longstanding reputation in dental implants and IV sedation. We have a team of highly trained and experienced individuals dedicated to creating an exceptional treatment experience, and we are looking for our next great dental professional to join our busy practice.

Duties and Responsibilities
Lakeside Dental Clinic is looking for an experienced Certified Dental Assistant to join our team. Some of the primary duties include:
- Assisting patient treatment procedures
- Treatment planning, coordinating, and scheduling patient treatment
- Documenting, charting, and reporting information in clinical notes
- Managing sterilization techniques of supplies, instruments, and equipment
- Managing incoming/outgoing patient referrals and communications with other practices as needed

Qualifications
Required Education
- Current/Active Dental Assistant Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Experience
- Minimum 1 year assisting experience
- Proficient with MS Office programs
- Experience with Dentrix an asset
- Experience in sedation dentistry or DAANCE Certification an asset
Skills
In order to be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and attributes:
- Excellent time management skills
- Value for attention to detail
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- Positive communication and customer service skills
- Strong grasp of written communication and documentation skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Hours of Work
This position is Monday-Friday with two evening shifts per week
What We Offer
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to our team members including:
- Competitive wages
- Wellness Flex Plan
- Dental care

Please submit your resume and optional cover letter to the following e-mail:
[email protected]

We thank you for your interest in joining our exceptional team!

Role Type: Full-Time
Wage: Hourly based on previous experience

BCDA's 2023-2024 Board of Directors was installed at the Annual General Meeting on September 13. Led by President Dr. Rob Wolanski, President-Elect Dr. Anita Gartner, and Secretary-Treasurer Dr. Jillian Belbin, the 17-member Board will guide the Association for the next year.

Here is a photograph of Dr. Wolanski, who is the president elect of the BCDA he is standing with Dr.Lim, the current standing president of the BCDA. This photo was taken in Toronto working with the federal government to
guide them in the implementation of the Canadian Dental Plan! 🦷🪥

Dr.Wolanski with his wife Ivka and son Orion at the Tooth Fairy Gala.
Dr. Wolanski participated by being master of ceremonies, the gala raised $170,000 for the B.C cancer foundation!

What are the risks of having a missing tooth?
There are many but our main concern is bone loss
The best way to replace missing teeth is with Implants!
Check out the slides to learn more 🦷🪥

Dr.Wolanski’s latest achievement from the B.C Dental Association for distinguished service.
He has been involved with BCDA committees for 16 years
Dr.Wolanski serves as a board member of the BCDA and is currently the president elect for the BCDA
Dr.Wolanski started the wellness division in the BCDA and chairs the dentist wellness program, hosts weekly meetings with dentists for wellness checks and discussions
Dr.Wolanski is involved with assisting the BCDA and the federal government with the Canadian Health Care Plan as the B.C representative
Congratulations Dr.Wolanski thank you for all your extra hard work in the dental community!

Want to know how dentures can feel most like natural teeth, be solid and stable without the complaints and issues commonly associated with loose dentures!?
IMPLANTS!
This is a common procedure done by Dr.Wolanski with great results, contact our office if you or someone you know struggle with loose dentures and would like to look at other options

Our heartfelt thanks go to all our veterans of the past, present and future.

Lakeside Dental Clinic updated their business hours.

Continuing our celebration of National Dental Hygienists Week with some Oral Health tips:

We will be closed Friday, April 2 and Monday April 5 for the long weekend. Have a Hoppy Easter 🐰 and we look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, April 6!

Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at Lakeside! 🍀

Don't forget to spring your clocks ahead this weekend!

Don't Neglect Your Teeth During Covid Keeping up with your oral health is very important Posted by Lakeside Dental Clinic in The WellnessHUB - Your Health and Wellness Resource - Central Vancouver Island