Licensed Dental Assistant - Viva Orthodontics

Job summary

Assist the orthodontist with procedures and appointments, provide professional patient care and education, and perform sterilization, imaging, scanning, and operatory setup. Maintain accurate clinical records, communicate treatment progress to families, and help keep care on schedule.

Job details

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? Our team at Viva Orthodontics is looking for an enthusiastic Licensed Dental Assistant (formerly referred to as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) in British Columbia) to join our well-established practices in New Westminster and South Surrey, British Columbia. Travel between the two offices is required. What Sets Us Apart At Viva 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 continuing education Compensation & Perks That Count: Access a competitive total rewards package, including extended health coverage, a health spending account, an employee assistance program, and a uniform allowance. $30.00+/hr. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 38-hour workweek, Monday through Friday. No evenings or weekends. How You’ll Make An Impact Assist Orthodontist with 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 The Teammate We’re Looking For Must hold current licensing/registration required to practice as a Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) (formerly referred to as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) in British Columbia). New graduates welcomed! Completion of the Orthodontics Module Strong organizational and time-management skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently Comfortable learning new systems and processes Positive and collaborative attitude Strong commitment to infection prevention, sterilization, and maintaining a clean clinical environment Ready to join a team that values excellence, integrity, and community? Apply today to start a rewarding career with Viva Orthodontics! We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #CLIN At Corus Orthodontists, we’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and free to be themselves. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger. If we connect with you about your application, please let us know if you need any accommodations—we’ll be glad to support you. Please apply only through our official channels: the Corus Orthodontists careers platform, Indeed, or LinkedIn. If you see this role posted elsewhere, it may be out of date or not authorized by us. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the initial screening of applications. All hiring decisions are made by our hiring team. Be sure to check your email (including junk/spam folders) so you don’t miss any updates from us.

What you’ll do

Assist the orthodontist with procedures and appointments, provide professional patient care and education, and perform sterilization, imaging, scanning, and operatory setup. Maintain accurate clinical records, communicate treatment progress to families, and help keep care on schedule.

Requirements

Applicants must hold current licensing or registration as a Licensed Dental Assistant in British Columbia and have completed the Orthodontics Module; new graduates are welcome. The role also requires strong organization, accuracy, reliability, independence, a collaborative attitude, and commitment to infection prevention and a clean clinical environment.

Benefits

• Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• Extended Health Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Competitive Compensation
• No Evening or Weekend Shifts

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Orthodontic Assisting
• Direct Bond Bracket Procedures
• Arch Wire and Appliance Adjustments
• Aligner Appointments
• Clinical Patient Care
• Sterilization
• X-Rays
• Dental Photography
• Intraoral Scanning
• Patient Education
• Clinical Documentation
• Infection Prevention
• Organization
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare

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