Join a Team That Makes a Difference

Smiles Dental Group | West Edmonton| Full-time, Permanent | Evening and weekend availability required

28-35/hour + Clinic Performance Bonus | Benefits | Paid CE | Paid Orthodontic Module

Become a Stronger RDA With Smiles

Smiles Dental Group is looking for an experienced Registered Dental Assistant who takes pride in providing excellent clinical support, staying organized, anticipating what comes next, and helping patients feel informed and comfortable.

We’re a locally owned Alberta dental group with seven locations serving Edmonton and surrounding communities.

This opportunity is for an RDA who wants to strengthen their clinical skills, broaden their experience, and build a long-term career with a team that invests in professional development.

What We Offer

• $28–$35/hour, based on experience
• Extended health and dental benefits for eligible team members
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Advanced clinical training
• Paid continuing education and professional development
• Paid orthodontic module for eligible RDAs
• Annual performance and development reviews
• Free on-site parking
• Team events 
• Clinic Performance Bonus

We’ll explain compensation, bonus criteria, schedule, and applicable benefits clearly during the recruitment process.

Responsibilities 

• Preparing the operatory, instruments and materials before appointments
• Providing confident chairside assistance
• Supporting efficient patient flow
• Supporting accurate clinical documentation
• Maintaining excellent infection-prevention and sterilization standards
• Explaining procedures and post-operative instructions clearly
• Helping anxious and emergency patients feel informed and supported

What Success Looks Like at Smiles

• Keeping the clinical schedule running on time by being prepared and anticipating what is needed next
• Ensuring patients feel comfortable, informed, and well cared for throughout their appointment
• Maintaining accurate radiographs, documentation, infection prevention, and clinical standards
• By three months, independently managing their clinical responsibilities, prioritize multiple demands, solve routine issues, and require minimal day-to-day direction
• Demonstrate consistent reliability, initiative, teamwork, and improvement from feedback

Qualifications

• Licensed with CADA and registered with the CDAA
• Previous experience is an asset, but new graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply. 
• Dentrix or similar practice-management experience is an asset
• Orthodontic module is an asset. If you don’t currently have it, ask us about completing it with Smiles
• Availability for the required clinic schedule, including applicable evenings and weekends