Dental Staffing in Ottawa, Ontario

Access top dental hygienists, assistants, dentists, and administrative professionals through our modern Ottawa dental staffing platform. Whether you need coverage for a single day or a permanent hire, we make it fast and compliant to hire dental staff across Ottawa and the surrounding region.

Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario

Premier Dental Staffing Agency in Ottawa, Ontario

We help dental practices in Ottawa find qualified professionals for temporary, part-time, and full-time roles. Our network includes vetted dental hygienists, dental assistants, associate dentists, receptionists, and treatment coordinators — all ready to support your practice.

We staff across the City of Ottawa and nearby communities, including:

Downtown Ottawa, ByWard Market, Centretown

Kanata, Nepean, Barrhaven, Orleans

Alta Vista, Gloucester, Manotick, Stittsville

Surrounding areas in the National Capital Region

Whether your clinic is steps from Parliament Hill or out toward the Greenbelt, we’ll match you with dependable dental professionals who fit your schedule and culture.

Ready to go FT, Whenever you are.

Many Ottawa dental offices use temporary placements to find their next full time hire. Start with a single day, see how they fit with your team, and when it works you can convert temp staff to permanent seamlessly. No friction. No hidden fees. Just the right people, hired the right way.

Fair pricing, fair practices.

Our commitment to Brampton dental practices means fair, predictable pricing without surprise charges. Access premium talent at rates that make sense for practices of all sizes, with complete transparency from day one.

Workforce Dental Staffing vs Other Agencies

Feature WORKFORCE Dental Staffing Other Agencies
Method of staffing / classification T4 employees managed by Workforce Clinic pays temp directly; contractor model varies
Service fee $15/hr in Ontario (locked) $60/shift + hourly premium to temp
Hourly pay to temp Local market rate (e.g., $60/hr hygienist) Market rate plus premium (e.g., +$10/hr)
Insurance Included (workers' comp & liability) Not included
Compliance & misclassification Eliminated at clinic level via T4 employment Clinic responsible; risk remains
Client portal Included — request, track & manage shifts Not provided
Proactive staffing Included — fill chairs ahead of need Reactive requests only
Admin time per shift ~5 minutes ~90+ minutes
Example: 8-hr shift — fees only $120 $160

How it works.

Specialized recruitment for every role in your Brampton practice

 

 

We connect clinics with licensed Ottawa hygienists who can step in seamlessly and support patient care from day one. Matching considers scope of practice, scheduling flexibility, and familiarity with local patient demographics.

  • Periodontal maintenance and preventive care

  • Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration

  • Digital charting and imaging systems used in Ontario

  • Comfort with busy hygiene schedules in high volume clinics

  • Patient education and oral health promotion

  • Experience with common practice management platforms

Ottawa dental assistants play a critical role in keeping operatories running efficiently. We recruit Level I and Level II assistants who are ready to integrate into practices across the city.

  • Four handed dentistry skills for a variety of procedures

  • Digital radiography and intraoral scanning

  • Chairside support for restorative, surgical, and hygiene appointments

  • Sterilization and infection control protocols following Ontario standards

  • Room turnover and operatory organization

  • Familiarity with different dental software systems

We support clinics throughout Ottawa with associate and locum dentists for both short term coverage and longer placements. Recruitment considers procedural scope, scheduling needs, and cultural fit with the clinic.

  • Comprehensive general dentistry services

  • Specialty procedure capabilities where applicable

  • Coverage for vacations, parental leave, or sick leave

  • Extended hours and weekend availability across Ottawa neighborhoods

  • Support for clinics expanding or launching new operatories

  • Patient load management and continuity of care

Administrative staff keep Ottawa dental practices running smoothly. We focus on individuals who understand dental billing, scheduling systems, and patient communication.

  • Insurance processing and pre authorizations under Ontario plans

  • Scheduling optimization for multi provider offices

  • Treatment coordination and case presentation

  • Payment processing and financial arrangements

  • Recall systems and patient retention strategies

  • Familiarity with local dental software platforms

FAQs

Questions? Glad you asked!

Questions about how to use the #1 dental staffing agency in Canada? Here they are.

Perfectly centered view of Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario

In many cases we can fill a temp hygienist or assistant shift in Ottawa the same day, depending on availability and notice. Our active pool covers clinics across Centretown, Kanata, Orléans, Barrhaven, and surrounding communities. The more details you provide in your shift posting, the faster we can match the right person.

 

 

Yes. We act as the employer of record for all temporary placements in Ottawa. This means we handle T4, remittances, insurance, and WSIB coverage. Your practice avoids the risks of misclassification and can focus entirely on patient care.

 

 

 

Yes. Many Ottawa dental offices start with temp coverage to evaluate clinical skills, reliability, and team fit. If it works well, you can easily bring them on permanently with no complicated handoff. This is a practical way to build your team with less hiring risk.

 

 

 

Yes. We staff clinics in downtown Ottawa, ByWard Market, Centretown, and suburban communities including Kanata, Nepean, Orléans, Barrhaven, Alta Vista, Gloucester, and Manotick. We also work with practices in the wider National Capital Region. If your clinic is within reasonable commuting distance, we can usually find local professionals to cover it.

 

 

Administrative staff: 24-48 hour fulfillment

We understand that changes happen. If a clinic cancels a shift on short notice, our standard cancellation policy applies, which is designed to respect both the clinic’s situation and the professional’s time. Clear communication allows us to rebook shifts quickly and maintain good standing for future staffing.

 

 

Our rates include payroll administration, T4 compliance, WSIB coverage, insurance, access to the online client portal, and placement through our vetted local talent pool. There are no hidden markups. Everything is transparent and tailored to the Ottawa dental market.

 

Yes. All hygienists, assistants, dentists, and admin staff are verified for licensing, credentials, and work eligibility in Ontario. We also maintain internal performance records based on feedback from Ottawa clinics to ensure consistent quality with each placement.

 

 

We regularly staff dental hygienists, Level I and II dental assistants, associate dentists and locum coverage, receptionists, treatment coordinators, and office managers. Whether you need help for a single day in Orléans or a full time team member downtown, we can support your hiring needs.

 

None! Temporary staff are WORKFORCE employees with complete HR management handled by our team. You focus on patient care while we manage timesheets, tax compliance, benefits administration, and employment law requirements.

 
 
 

Connect with WORKFORCE Ottawa Today! 👋

Need temp hygienists tomorrow or building a full time pipeline for next quarter. We are ready.
Working hours:

Monday - Friday: 8AM - 5PM

Contacts:

Email: dentalteam@workforcedentalstaffing.com

Phone: +1-833-336-8250

Online Contact Form: workforcedentalstaffing.com/contact

Proudly serving Brampton's dental community with innovative staffing solutions. WORKFORCE Dental Staffing - where exceptional dental careers meet outstanding practice opportunities throughout Peel Region and beyond.