Dental Hygienist

Canadian Orthodontic Partners; Whitchurch-Stouffville; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Benefits package

Shift guarantees

Job summary

docbraces MCO in Ontario is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team, working from four locations in York and Durham Regions. You will provide patient-centered hygiene care and support the orthodontic team.

The role emphasizes building relationships, exceptional communication, and adherence to safety protocols. Competitive hourly wage with quarterly bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist is preferred.
• Registered and/or licensed by provincial authority in good standing.
• Excellent communication and patient-focused care.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care with a personal connection at every visit.
• Ensure optimal hygiene treatment based on findings and goals.
• Collect patient medical history for reference.
• Prepare patients for the orthodontist.
• Take and shield X-rays following safety procedures.
• Update patient records and examination notes.
• Perform lab duties and maintain equipment.
• Travel to satellite locations if needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Hygiene Diploma

Hygiene Degree

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

docbraces MCO has an exciting Full-time opportunity, looking for a talented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our docbraces MCO team, working out of our four locations in York and Durham Regions. Canadian Orthodontic Partners provides support services todocbraces MCO and our national network of community-based clinics in delivering personalized Orthodontic treatment. We provide an enhanced level of patient care and service experience in our clinics putting patient care above all else. Come join a team that shares, collaborates, and learns with a vision of becoming the icon of orthodontic excellence by building self-esteem, one beautiful smile at a time.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Wage + Quarterly Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Orthodontic Coverage for employees and their families.
• Guaranteed shift hours and employees qualify for all Statutory Holidays.
• Real Career Growth Opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing patient care and support in an enthusiastic way, building a personal connection at every visit.
• Ensures that patients receive optimal hygiene treatment based on clinical findings and their goal for comprehensive oral health.
• Desire to help, educate and improve our patients’ lives.
• Collect patient’s dental and relevant medical history, to reference during examinations.
• Prepare patients for the Orthodontist.
• Preparing patient and equipment for X-Rays
• Taking X-Rays and following all safety procedures as required
• Examine gums for infections or gum disease.
• Clean patient’s teeth to remove plague, polish, floss and brush.
• Bonding and removal of brackets and orthodontic appliances
• Placing and removing arch wires
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits and treatment progress.
• Updating patient records and examination notes
• Perform all lab duties/requirements as instructed by the Orthodontist or leadership team.
• Prepare and maintain all dental instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Call patients for aftercare and answer questions
• Travel to satellite locations if/when necessary
• Maintain a positive attitude and work cohesively with fellow team members to provide an atmosphere of trust, respect, and cooperation.
• Possess great energy for a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• 2+ years’ experience as a Dental Hygienist is preferred but not required.
• Successful completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Hygiene Degree program.
• Registered and/or licensed by the dental hygiene regulatory authority within province, in good standing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; written and verbal, an ability to make patients feel comfortable and at ease.
• Great time management and organizational skills.
• Experience in an orthodontic office is preferred but not required.