Dental Assistant / Helper

We are looking for dedicated dental assistants / helpers for several of our dental clinics in Greenland. We are particularly seeking in the districts of Sisimiut, Paamiut, Upernavik, and Ilulissat.

We offer

• A meaningful job where your professionalism and care make a difference.
• A dynamic and varied everyday life in a good working environment.
• Opportunity for competence development – both professionally and personally.

We are looking for you who

• Is punctual and responsible. Flexible and cooperative, as you will have multiple roles in the clinic.
• Master both Greenlandic and Danish in speech and writing, as you will often need to interpret for dentists and write in the journal system Cosmic. IT knowledge is an advantage.
• Has empathy and good communication skills – we treat both children and adults, including nervous patients.

About us

• The dental clinics are modern and well-equipped with good staff facilities.
• We emphasize a good working environment and a stable workplace with exciting tasks.
• You will gain broad experience with patients of all ages – from young children to the elderly.

Application

Application with attached copy of relevant documents must be sent in PDF format via www.gjob.dk

Please specify which city/district you are looking for.

Start date: April 1, 2026, or by agreement

Application deadline: February 27, 2026

Job interviews are held continuously.

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from Dental Consultant: Aviana Reimer at email AVRE@PEQQIK.GL, phone 00299 34 40 16, or Acting Chief Dentist: Arinnguaq Filskov at email AOLS@PEQQIK.GL, phone 00299 34 43 94.

Housing

Housing is allocated according to the rules applicable in the Greenlandic Health Service at any given time.

Salary and employment

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to relocation and moving expenses upon joining and leaving, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

Citizenship

If you are not a Nordic citizen, please note that the employment is conditional upon a valid residence and work permit. A residence and work permit can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Healthcare System – Breadth, Challenge, and Professional Pride

The Greenlandic healthcare system falls under the Department of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the National Health Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the operational area of the healthcare system.

If you are looking for professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic healthcare system is right for you.

You can read more about the Greenlandic healthcare system at www.gjob.dk

In Greenland, there are plenty of opportunities to lead an active leisure life. In summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and sailing are great activities. Winter offers northern lights and plenty of skiing, and if you live north of the Arctic Circle, you can go dog sledding. In the larger cities, there is a vibrant cultural life with sports clubs, art exhibitions, concerts, cafes, and restaurants. You can read more about the region where the job is located at www.peqqik.gl

See the organizational chart of the Greenlandic Health Service.

Organizational chart of the Greenlandic Healthcare System

The Greenlandic healthcare system is a smoke-free workplace.

We only accept applications in PDF format, electronically, via Gjob.dk.

Applications sent by email will be deleted immediately for your safety.