Certified Dental Assistant - Shoreline Orthodontics

Corus Orthodontists; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Certified Dental Assistant to join its dynamic team. This role offers the chance to create exceptional patient experiences while being supported in your professional growth, including training in orthodontics. You will work in a collaborative environment that values integrity and community, ensuring quality care in every interaction. With a competitive compensation package and a commitment to work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers. Join a community-focused practice dedicated to excellence and patient satisfaction.

Benefits

Extended Health Coverage

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Orthodontic Treatment

Uniform Allowance

$500 Annual Learning Assistance

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Certified Dental Assistant required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical patient care in a professional and caring manner.
• Perform sterilization procedures and assist in various patient care tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Education

Certified Dental Assistant

Completion of Ortho Module

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Dental Software Systems

Job description

Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? Shoreline Orthodontics is looking for an enthusiastic Certified Dental Assistant to join our growing practices in Courtenay/Campbell River, BC. If you have been thinking about specializing in orthodontics, this is the perfect opportunity for you, as we are committed to training the right person and supporting the new hire by securing a spot in the ortho module.

Why Shoreline Orthodontics?

At Shoreline Orthodontics, we’re more than an orthodontic practice—we’re a community that values support, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of Corus Orthodontists, a growing network of over 50 practices across North America, we offer:

• A Supportive Environment with Community Focus: Work in a positive, collaborative workplace where team members lift each other up. Build strong relationships with patients and the communities we proudly serve.
• Commitment to Excellence: Deliver quality care in every patient interaction and enjoy ongoing opportunities for growth, including $500 in annual learning assistance.
• Compensation & Perks That Count: Access a competitive total rewards package, including extended health coverage, a health spending account, and an employee assistance program. Complimentary orthodontic treatment for you and your immediate family and a uniform allowance.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 32 to 40 hour work week, 4 to 5 days a week.

Your Role

As a Certified Dental Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating positive patient experiences and driving our practice’s success. Responsibilities include:

• Providing all aspects of clinical patient care in a professional, efficient, and caring manner.
• Sterilization procedures, setting up the operatories, taking x-rays, photos, and intraoral scans.
• Once the completion of the Ortho Module, involved in a wide range of patient care procedures, including direct bond bracket procedures, archwire and appliance adjustments, and Aligner appointments while under the doctor's supervision.
• Building positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Enter detailed chart/record notations in the practice management system.
• Provide patient instruction/education.
• Provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Ability to perform other duties as required for the efficient operation of the practice.

About You

• Certified Dental Assistant and licensed with BCCOHP
• 1+ years’ experience as a Certified Dental Assistant
• Completion of Ortho Module (asset)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, verbal and written, with a proven ability to build strong relationships to build positive rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members and community
• Strong conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Keen attention-to-detail and time management
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; proficiency with dental software systems is an asset to complete tasks such as data entry, patient tracking and imaging.

Learn more about us at https://shorelineorthodontics.com/ or follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shoreline_ortho?igsh=MXN5bnpvMm16MXJ1NA==

Ready to be part of a team that values excellence, integrity, and community? Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding career with Shoreline Orthodontics! We thank all applicants, although only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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At Corus Orthodontists, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We take pride in being an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and treats all applicants equally, and without discrimination. Our recruitment team is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations. If contacted to discuss your application, please inform your Recruitment Specialist if an accommodation is required.

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