Dental Assistant (Level I & II) Temp Jobs in Ottawa

Ottawa clinics post assistant shifts on Fairly regularly: chairside days, sterilization coverage, and everything between. Level I or Level II, you set your hourly rate, keep all of it, and pick only the shifts that fit. The app is free for dental assistants.

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Temping as a dental assistant in Ottawa

Assistants keep a clinic's day moving, and temping lets you choose which clinic's day that is. On Fairly, Ottawa practices post the shifts they need covered and you decide which ones to take:

  • Every posting says what the day actually is: chairside, sterilization, or a mix, plus the level it needs, the software, and parking.
  • You apply only to shifts that match your level and your schedule. No one assigns you anywhere.
  • Work across different practices to build range, or keep returning to the clinics you like. Clinics that like your work rebook you directly.

Level I and Level II shifts

Ontario dental assistants work at Level I or Level II, and both can temp on Fairly. Clinics state the level on every shift, so you only see a day as a fit when it matches what you are qualified to do.

  • Level I: chairside assisting, sterilization, and operatory turnover.
  • Level II: adds intra-oral duties such as coronal polishing, and requires the NDAEB certificate.

Not sure where your duties sit? Our guide to what a dental assistant does at each level covers it province by province.

Your rate, kept whole

You price your own hour and keep every dollar of it. Clinics see your rate before they book you, and Fairly never takes a percentage of an assistant's pay. On Alberta shifts, the median RDA rate is $35/hr; Ottawa rates are set by the assistants who work here.

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Assistant shifts in the app

Tue, Nov 3
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Westboro Family Dental
4.1 km away
Fri, Nov 6
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Orléans Dental Centre
13.8 km away

Tap a shift to see the role, level, duties, software, and parking before you apply. Your rate stays yours, in full.

Credentials & verification

Ontario does not register dental assistants through a regulatory college the way Alberta does, so Fairly reviews your credentials directly. Upload your NDAEB certificate if you work at Level II, HARP certification if you take radiographs, and current CPR. Fairly reviews them and confirms your identity before your first shift. That vetting is why Ottawa clinics book temps through the platform, and it typically takes less than a day.

How booking works

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Create your free profile, set your hourly rate, and upload your credentials. Most assistants are approved within a day.

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Browse Ottawa assistant shifts and apply to the ones that match your level. The clinic reviews applicants and books in the app.

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Work the shift and get paid through Fairly Pay™. Your completed shifts build a track record on your profile that clinics see when they book.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Fairly have dental assistant shifts in Ottawa?
Yes. Ottawa clinics post assistant shifts on Fairly regularly. Each posting says whether the day is chairside, sterilization, or both, and which assisting level it needs, so you know what you are walking into before you apply.
Can Level I dental assistants temp on Fairly in Ontario?
Yes. Both Level I and Level II assistants can take shifts. Every shift states the level it needs. Shifts that include Level II intra-oral duties require the National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) certificate.
What do I need to temp as a dental assistant in Ottawa?
A free profile in the Fairly app, identity verification, and your credentials uploaded for review: your NDAEB certificate if you work at Level II, HARP certification if you take radiographs, and current CPR. Fairly reviews them before your first shift, and approval typically takes less than a day.
How much do temp dental assistants make on Fairly?
You set your own hourly rate on every shift and keep 100% of it. There is no agency markup and no cut taken from your pay. For reference, the median RDA rate on Alberta shifts is $35/hr; Ottawa rates are set by Ottawa assistants.
When and how do I get paid?
Through Fairly Pay: payment is initiated as soon as the clinic approves your completed shift and arrives by direct deposit, with instant payouts where your bank supports them. Contractor invoices or CRA-compliant paystubs are generated automatically depending on how you work.

Hygienist instead? See dental hygienist temp jobs in Ottawa, or browse all dental temp jobs in Ottawa. Looking for a permanent chair? Permanent dental jobs are on Fairly Connect. Clinics needing assistant coverage can start at the assistant temp agency alternative.

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