Certified Dental Assistant

About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Type: Part-time

Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.

Position Overview

Calian is seeking Certified Dental Assistants to join the dynamic dental team at CFB Esquimalt in Victoria, BC. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in delivering high-quality care to the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces, directly supporting the operational readiness of the Pacific Fleet for deployments around the globe.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside skilled dentists, dental hygienists, and specialists in a collaborative, close-knit environment. Each Dental Assistant is paired with one dentist, fostering strong working relationships and an efficient, team-based approach to care.

You’ll also gain exposure to a specialty care centre, with opportunities to work alongside Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Periodontists, Prosthodontists, and Advanced General Dentists.

Calian offers both full time and part time opportunities.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Consistent daytime schedule
• No evenings or weekends
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment in a specialty care setting
• Free parking, daily scrubs, and access to on-site showers and lockers
• Sign on bonus

Perks & Benefits For Full Time Employees

• 20 vacation days per year (no probation period)
• 5 sick days per year
• 11 paid stat holidays
• Medical and dental benefits
• On-site Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities

If you’re looking for a role that offers professional growth, meaningful work, and true work-life balance, this is your opportunity to serve those who serve Canada – while building a rewarding career in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Apply today and become part of something bigger!

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists or other dental clinicians chairside in performing a wide range of dental procedures.
• Perform dental radiographs.
• Perform a wide range of dental laboratory procedures.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments, equipment, and operating area.
• Maintain dental operating area and monitor consumable supplies.
• Provide administrative support as required.
• Other associated tasks relevant to this occupational group.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Level II (Intra-Oral) Dental Assisting program.
• Must be licensed in Good Standing as a Level II Dental Assistant with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals.
• Must be proficient in performing intra-oral procedures and providing clinical assistance in all disciplines of dentistry.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must be eligible and able to obtain and maintain a Reliability level Government Security clearance.

Compensation

$38.00 – $40.00 per hour plus signing bonus!

Want to learn more about this opportunity? Please reach out to ***email_hidden***

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AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.

Security clearances

• A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position.
• Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirement and process.

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