Licensed Dental Assistant – Orthodontic Experience

Licensed Dental Assistant – Orthodontic Experience Position: Licensed Dental Assistant Location: Richmond, BC Clinic: Ironwood Dental Centre At Ironwood Dental Centre, we believe great dental care is about more than just procedures—it’s about creating a comfortable experience, building trust, and helping patients feel confident throughout their treatment journey. We're looking for a skilled and compassionate Licensed Dental Assistant with orthodontic experience to join our team at Ironwood Dental Centre, a proud member of Passion Dental Group. If you have a strong background in orthodontics, enjoy working with patients through their smile transformation, and thrive in a collaborative clinical environment, we'd love to hear from you! Specifics About the Role Job Type: Full Time Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday Wage: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience About the Clinic At Ironwood Dental, we’re passionate about creating an environment where both patients and team members feel truly cared for. Our philosophy is simple: every patient is unique, and it’s our job to understand their priorities and provide personalized care that leaves them confident about their oral health. We’ve built a clinic culture centred around compassion, trust, and comfort. Over the years, we’ve perfected the art of putting people at ease, and we take pride in creating a space that reflects this—from our vibrant colours and calming waterfall feature to our modern technology and welcoming atmosphere. For our team, Ironwood Dental offers more than just a workplace—it’s a supportive and collaborative environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day. What You'll Do Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic and general dental procedures. Support orthodontic treatments and assist with various stages of patients' treatment journeys. Assist with clear aligner and Invisalign treatments, including patient education and treatment support. Take digital scans, impressions, radiographs, photographs, and other diagnostic records as required. Prepare treatment rooms and instruments while maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control. Provide patients with clear instructions regarding treatment, oral hygiene, and post-treatment care. Maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation. Work closely with the dentist and clinical team to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care. Support front desk operations and patient communication as needed. Contribute to a positive, welcoming, and patient-focused clinic environment. What You'll Bring to the Role Current certification as a Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA) and registration with BCCOHP. Previous orthodontic assisting experience is required. Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience, with a strong preference for candidates with orthodontic experience. Experience supporting clear aligner and/or Invisalign treatments. Experience with digital scanning technology, such as iTero or similar. Experience with orthodontic procedures, appliances, records, and patient education. Experience with Tracker dental software is considered an asset but is not required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to make patients feel comfortable and confident in their care. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a busy clinical environment. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team. A genuine passion for orthodontics and helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. Who We Are Welcome to Passion Dental Group, a team of dedicated dental professionals committed to providing exceptional care and building a community of like-minded individuals who share our values. We believe in creating a positive, supportive culture that encourages both personal and professional growth. We invest in our people first and strive to create an environment where our team members can build meaningful careers while making a difference in the lives of their patients. Visit passiondental.ca to learn more. #PassionHP2 Passion Dental Group is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen or assess candidates; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. Limited AI-enabled tools may be used solely for note-taking during phone screening interviews. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know by emailing [email protected]

Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic and general dental procedures while supporting patient treatment journeys. Maintain accurate patient records, prepare treatment rooms, and ensure high standards of infection control.

Requires current certification as a Licensed Dental Assistant and registration with BCCOHP. Candidates must have at least 2 years of dental assisting experience with a strong background in orthodontics.

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• Orthodontic assisting
• Chairside assistance
• Invisalign support
• Digital scanning
• Radiographs
• Infection prevention
• Patient education
• Tracker dental software
• Communication skills
• Multitasking
• Clinical documentation
• Orthodontic appliances
• Oral Health
• Patient Communication
• Oral Hygiene
• Productivity Improvement
• Dental Assisting
• Waterfall Methodology
• Dental Care
• Compassion
• Dental Procedures
• Artificial Intelligence
• Communication
• Decision Making Software
• Dental Informatics
• Radiography
• Operations
• Orthodontics
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Relationship Building
• Workplace Diversity

• Healthcare
• Orthodontic Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Dental Assistants and Therapists
• Dental Assistants

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week