DENTIST

• Job ID: 58158
• Job Category: Health Services
• Division & Section: Public Health, Strategy & Clinical Services
• Work Location: 1229 Queen St East, 340 College, 791 Queen St E, 2660 Eglinton Ave E, 45 Overlea Blvd 
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: $123,833.00-$170,184.00
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 5
• Posting Period: 09-JUL-2025 to 06-AUG-2025

Recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, the City of Toronto promotes professional development and is committed to providing opportunities to lead, learn and grow. We value integrity, reliability and fairness, and we embrace the diversity of the people we work with and serve.

Toronto is home to more than 3 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. In a workplace where growth is fostered and diversity is celebrated, a team of approximately 35,000 employees is the driving force behind the City of Toronto’s ability to provide programs and services to residents, businesses and visitors to this community.

About the Role

Are you passionate about improving oral health at the community level?

Reporting to the Manager, Dental & Oral Health Services, the Dentist will join a dynamic team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved populations. In this unique and impactful role, you'll combine clinical expertise with population-based strategies to promote oral health equity, prevent dental diseases, and advance access to care for all.

We’re looking for a mission-driven professional who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and community engagement. If you’re ready to use your skills beyond the dental chair—to shape policies, support outreach programs, and mentor future professionals—this is the opportunity for you.

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs complete oral examinations, formulates comprehensive treatment plans, informs patients and families of treatment plans and obtains consent for treatment; complete documentation on ABELDent software
• Performs a broad range of dental treatment, i.e. fillings, dentures, extractions, root canals, crowns including lab fabricated and stainless steel, acid etch procedures, prefabricated post and/or pin core build up. Responsible for the fabrication of dental prosthetic appliances, etc.
• May perform dental services for patients with disabilities or behavioural problems
• Performs emergency dental procedures
• Prescribes antibiotics and administers local anaesthetic
• Operates dental x-ray machine and interprets x-rays
• Obtains complete medical history and verifies and applies medical history prior to treatment by consulting with family members and physicians when necessary. Refers clients for medical testing if warranted
• Performs the duties of a team leader in a clinical setting, which includes ensuring effective teamwork and efficient flow of patients
• Monitors and performs universal precaution procedures for infection control in the dental office asper IPAC and TPH guidelines
• Resolves conflict with staff, clients and members of the public when necessary
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of and provides treatment under correct programs, i.e. the Ontario Senior Dental Care Program (OSDCP), HSO (Healthy Smiles Ontario), OW (Ontario Works), HBP (Healthiest Babies Possible), the Interim Federal Health (IFH), Ontario Disability Services Program (ODSP), and the Toronto Public Health dental treatment programs (paediatric, geriatric, high school), and the Canadian Dental Care Program
• Navigates clients to other agencies, or TPH directorates to help improve overall health
• Educates the public on oral health and the Toronto Public Health dental program policies and guidelines
• Provides input into the development of program policies and ensures implementation of policies and procedures in the dental clinic
• Refers patients or the general public to appropriate dental practices such as the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, the Hospital for Sick Children, dental hygiene colleges, dental specialists and low-cost dental clinics
• Receives referrals from private dental and medical practitioners
• Mentors dental students from universities and colleges
• Ensures that the clinic is properly equipped and maintained, and meets safety requirements for staff and patients
• Ensures medical emergency kits and oxygen are available and in a state of readiness, and that staff is prepared to implement lifesaving procedures as necessary (i.e. administer emergency medication, provide oxygen, perform CPR)
• Ensures proper x-ray quality assurance and safety and the proper disposal of biohazardous waste
• Provides liaison between the Public Health Dental Unit, school staff (principals and teachers) and parents of patients regarding policies and goals of treatment (i.e. letters from both the department and individual schools, and other agencies such as Long Term Care Facilities and shelters.)

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Graduate Degree in Dentistry from a recognized university and have or be eligible for a license from the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario by time of employment.
• Considerable experience working as a Dentist in a community or public health setting
• Experience in the field of removable prosthetics and paediatric,geriatric and general dentistry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff and clients, including children and parents in a community clinic.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving vulnerable or underserved populations.
• Excellent customer service skills and commitment to the Toronto Public Service.
• Post-graduate training or relevant experience working in public/ community health  would be an asset.
• Fluency in one or more of the following languages is an asset: Chinese, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Russian or Spanish (please indicate language skills on resume).
• Familiarity with Public Health dental programs.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
• Familiarity with government legislation in the area of Occupational Health and Safety.
• Willingness to travel to other clinics.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• A valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License is an asset but not mandatory.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Help shape the future of community oral health and reduce health disparities
• Collaboration: Work alongside passionate professionals in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Balance: Enjoy provide a stable work schedule with a strong benefits package which includes competitive salaries, vacation and other unique offerings.
• Comprehensive Retirement Benefits: Opportunity for defined benefit pension plan bringing added value to our overall compensation package through OMERS.
• Growth: We support ongoing learning and development, public health training and leadership development
• Opportunities to join and take an active role with City’s Communities of Inclusions comprised of employees who share a common identity, lived experience and/or set of interest and support each other’s professional development, sense of belonging and promote a culture of inclusion.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.