Orthodontic Assistant - Braced in BC

Corus Orthodontists; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health coverage

Health spending account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Corus Orthodontists in Vancouver, BC, invites applications for a motivated Orthodontic Assistant to join Braced in BC. The role involves assisting the orthodontist, patient care, and clinical support in a collaborative practice.

The successful candidate will be licensed as a Dental Assistant in BC, have orthodontics training, and demonstrate strong communication and time-management skills to support high-quality patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Assistant (BC) certification is required.
• 1+ year of experience as LDA in orthodontics is preferred.
• Completion of Orthodontics Module is required.
• Sensitivity in treating children with special needs.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is essential.
• Experience with orthodontic software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist during consultations and procedures.
• Provide wide range of clinical patient care in a professional manner.
• Perform sterilization, set up operatories, take x-rays/photos/scans.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and records in PM system.
• Instruct patients and educate families on care.
• Provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Perform other duties to support daily operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Excellent communication

Education

Licensed Dental Assistant (BC)

Orthodontics Module

Tools

Orthodontic management software

Job description

At Corus, you'll enjoy the close-knit culture of a local practice with the opportunities, support, and career growth of a leading orthodontic network. Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? Braced in BC is looking for a motivated and patient-focused Orthodontic Assistant to join our well-established practice in Vancouver, BC.

About the role:

The Certified Orthodontic Assistant is a key member of our clinical team, responsible for providing all aspects of clinical patient care in a professional, efficient, and caring manner. The Certified Orthodontic Assistant is involved in a wide range of patient care activities, including assisting the doctor during appointments, treating orthodontic patients, sterilization procedures, setting up the operatories, taking impressions and x-rays, and occasional minor lab work.

What Sets Us Apart

At Braced in BC, 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 continuing education.
• Compensation & Perks That Count: Access a competitive total rewards package with an expected wage of $35-38/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 32-hour workweek, Tuesday through Friday.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures such as direct bond bracket procedures, arch wire and appliance adjustments, and aligner appointments
• 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
• 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

What you bring – qualifications:

• Licensed Dental Assistant (formerly referred to as a Certified Dental Assistant/CDA in British Columbia) and licensed with BCCOHP.
• 1+ years' experience as a Licensed Dental Assistant (formerly referred to as a Certified Dental Assistant/CDA in British Columbia)
• Completion of the Orthodontics Module
• Sensitive to treat children with special needs.
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety regulations
• Proficiency with orthodontic/dental management software systems is preferred, but not required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, 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