Orthodontic Assistant - Braced in BC

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 Ready to join a team that values excellence, integrity, and community? Apply today to start a rewarding career with Braced in BC! 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.

Provide comprehensive clinical patient care, including assisting the orthodontist with procedures, adjustments, and aligner appointments. Manage clinical operations such as sterilization, taking x-rays, and maintaining detailed patient records.

Must be a Licensed Dental Assistant licensed with BCCOHP and have completed the Orthodontics Module. Requires at least one year of experience as a Licensed Dental Assistant and the ability to treat children with special needs.

• Extended health coverage • Health spending account • Employee assistance program • Complimentary orthodontic treatment for employee and immediate family • Uniform allowance • Continuing education allowance

• Time managementPreferred
• interpersonal communicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical patient care
• Orthodontic assisting
• Sterilization procedures
• Taking impressions
• X-ray imaging
• Intraoral scanning
• Patient education
• Time management
• Interpersonal communication
• Dental management software

• Healthcare

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Oct 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

32 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level