Level II Dental Assistant/ Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Stratford Orthodontics

Corus Orthodontists; Stratford; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health coverage

Health spending account

Employee assistance program

Complimentary orthodontic treatment

Uniform allowance

4-day workweek

Job summary

Stratford Orthodontics in Stratford, Ontario, is seeking a Level II Dental Assistant / Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our growing orthodontic team. This replacement position supports a thriving practice and focuses on delivering exceptional patient experiences.

You’ll lead the patient journey, take intraoral photos and iTero scans, prepare the clinical areas, explain treatment options with visuals, and assist during examinations while recording accurate notes.

Qualifications

• Must hold Registered Practical Nurse Diploma or Level 2 Dental Assistant Certificate.
• Active Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• NDABE board exams written and active (asset).
• HARP certification (asset).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; orthodontic management software is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with patients, parents and team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the patient experience through exceptional customer service.
• Take intraoral photographs and iTero scans.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment and clinical areas.
• Review treatment plans with patients and educate on options using visuals.
• Assist during examinations and record accurate notes in the chart.
• Collaborate on payment plans to help patients achieve their smile.
• Generate correspondence and follow up with patients and referring dentists.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and manage supplies.
• Be prepared for emergencies; know First Aid and CPR.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

RPN Diploma

Dental Assistant Cert

Tools

Microsoft Office

Orthodontic software

Job description

Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? Stratford Orthodontics is looking for an enthusiastic Level II Dental Assistant/ Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our thriving practice in Stratford, Ontario. This is a replacement position within our established orthodontic team.

What Sets Us Apart

At Stratford 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 with an expected wage of $25-30/hr, 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 4-day workweek! Monday through Thursday.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead the patient experience through exceptional customer service.
• Take intraoral photographs.
• Take iTero scans.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment and clinical areas.
• Review treatment plans with patients and use available tools to educate them on options, including videos, PowerPoint, and pictures.
• Assist during orthodontic examinations and consultations. Enter data, listen to the conversation between the patient and doctor, and record accurate notes in the chart.
• Partner with the patient and responsible party to design financial payment plans that help them achieve the smile they want.
• Generate correspondence from initial consultations and recall examinations for the referring dentist or other specialists and follow up with patients who are ready for treatment.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and handpieces.
• Manage inventory and replenish supplies.
• Be prepared for emergencies, including knowledge of protocols, First Aid, and CPR.
• Maintain emergency medical kits.
• Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Accurately record patient data in charts and records.
• Educate patients on oral health and appliance care.
• Perform other duties as required to support efficient practice operations.

The Teammate We’re Looking For

• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited institution or Level 2 Dental Assistant Certificate
• Active Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• NDAEB board exams written and must possess active status (asset)
• HARP certification (asset)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; proficiency with orthodontic management software systems is an asset.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written), with a proven ability to build strong relationships and rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members and the community.
• Keen attention-to-detail and time management skills.
• Strong conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills.