Dental offices across Toronto hire year-round for front-desk reception and dental assistant roles, and many front-desk positions require no prior dental experience. The list below covers the major dental groups and independent practices in the GTA with active or frequently-posted openings, along with what each role pays and what qualifications actually matter.
Dental offices currently hiring in Toronto
Sourced from Indeed Canada and employer career pages. Verify openings directly before applying, dental group practices typically post centrally through their corporate careers page.
Dentalcorp
Dental Receptionist & Dental Assistant · Multiple Toronto locations · Full-time and part-time
Canada's largest dental network with over 550 practices. Hires for reception and Level I and II dental assistant roles. Corporate-style onboarding and defined career paths within the network.
View openings at Dentalcorp →Altima Dental
Dental Receptionist & Dental Assistant · Toronto, Scarborough, North York · Full-time
Ontario-based dental group with high-volume practices at Eaton Centre, Scarborough Town Centre, and other mall locations. Posts regularly for bilingual (English/Mandarin or English/Cantonese) reception staff at East End locations.
View openings at Altima Dental →Pacific Dental Services
Dental Office Administrator & Dental Assistant · GTA locations · Full-time
DSO operating across Canada with a structured onboarding program for dental administrators. Uses Tracker dental software; prior Tracker experience is an asset but not required.
View openings at Pacific Dental Services →123Dentist
Dental Receptionist & Level II Dental Assistant · Toronto and GTA · Full-time and part-time
National dental group with multiple Toronto-area practices. Particularly active in posting for experienced dental receptionists comfortable with OHIP billing and treatment coordination. Competitive base salary for Level II assistants.
View openings at 123Dentist →Planet Dental Toronto
Dental Receptionist · Toronto, ON · Part-time and full-time
Independent multi-location practice in the downtown Toronto and Midtown corridor. Posts on Indeed when front-desk and sterilization assistant openings arise. Smaller team environment compared to the large DSOs.
Search on Indeed →Smile Studio Toronto
Dental Office Receptionist · Toronto, ON · Part-time
Boutique dental practice posting periodically for reception coverage on evenings and Saturdays. Good entry point for candidates looking to break into dental office work without a clinical background.
Search on Indeed →What dental office roles pay in Toronto
Pay in Toronto dental offices varies by role and whether the practice is independent or part of a larger DSO group.
- Dental receptionist / office administrator: $19–$24/hour. Experienced candidates comfortable with treatment plan presentation and OHIP billing can command the upper end. DSO groups like Dentalcorp and 123Dentist often pay at the higher end of this range.
- Dental assistant (Level I, no licence required): $20–$24/hour. Level I assistants can perform limited functions under direct supervision. No CDHO registration required.
- Dental assistant (Level II, CDHO-licensed): $23–$28/hour. Level II assistants hold a certificate from a recognized dental assisting program and are registered with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO). The licensing requirement makes Level II assistants significantly harder to replace, which is reflected in pay.
Pay data sourced from Indeed Canada salary estimates and PayScale for Ontario dental office roles (2025–2026).
What qualifications you actually need
Front-desk dental roles have a low barrier to entry compared to clinical roles. Here is what each role realistically requires:
- Dental receptionist: No dental-specific credential required. Strong phone manner, comfort with scheduling software (Dentrix, Tracker, or ABELDent are the most common in Toronto offices), and basic understanding of OHIP dental billing processes. Customer service experience from any industry transfers well.
- Level I dental assistant: No CDHO registration. Typically trained on the job. Many dental groups will hire motivated candidates with no clinical background and train them in-house. A certificate from a community college dental assisting program makes you more competitive but is not mandatory at this level.
- Level II dental assistant: Must be registered with the CDHO. Requires completion of an accredited dental assisting program (George Brown, Humber College, and Algonquin offer these in Ontario). Registration includes passing the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) exam.
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How to apply
For the large DSOs (Dentalcorp, 123Dentist, Altima), apply directly through their careers pages rather than through Indeed. These groups hire centrally and corporate applications often move faster than ones routed through aggregators.
For independent practices, Indeed is the right channel. Walking in with a printed resume during a quiet mid-morning window (10am–12pm on weekdays, not Monday or Friday) can also work well for small practices, where the office manager often handles hiring directly.
If you are looking for broader healthcare admin roles beyond dental offices, see our guide to clinics hiring receptionists in Toronto and healthcare admin jobs in Toronto.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need dental experience to apply for a receptionist role at a dental office?
No. Most dental offices will train the right candidate on their scheduling software and billing processes. Strong customer service experience from retail, hospitality, or any front-facing role is a solid foundation. Knowing how to use Dentrix or Tracker before day one is a genuine advantage but is not a gating requirement at most practices.
What is the difference between a Level I and Level II dental assistant in Ontario?
A Level I dental assistant works under direct supervision and performs non-invasive tasks like instrument sterilization, patient preparation, and chairside support for basic procedures. No CDHO licence is required. A Level II assistant holds a CDHO registration, has completed an accredited program, and can perform additional clinical duties including taking impressions, applying fluoride, and coronal polishing. Level II pays $3–$5/hour more on average.
Which dental software should I know before applying?
Dentrix is the most widely used in Toronto independent practices. Tracker (now Tracker Practice Management) is common at DSO groups including Dentalcorp and Pacific Dental Services. ABELDent is also used at some practices. Knowing any one of these signals software literacy and many practices will train the specifics regardless.
Are dental office jobs typically full-time or part-time in Toronto?
Large DSO practices and high-volume offices post primarily full-time roles. Independent boutique practices and satellite offices more commonly post part-time positions covering evenings (until 7pm or 8pm) and Saturdays. Part-time dental reception can be a good fit for students in dental assisting or dental hygiene programs.
Does OHIP cover dental work in Ontario, and does that affect hiring?
OHIP covers very limited dental services, mainly emergency procedures in hospital settings. Most dental work is billed through private insurance (group benefits plans) or paid out of pocket. This means dental receptionists spend significant time on insurance pre-authorization, billing, and collections. Comfort with insurance claims processes is a genuine asset, though practices will train the specifics.