Certified Orthodontic Assistant - Bc

Come and join our team today and deliver exceptional patient experiences.

Corus Orthodontists is looking for a passionate and energetic full-time Certified Orthodontic Assistants to join our well-established practices in the lower mainland, British Columbia.

Corus Orthodontists is a dynamic group of practices across North America with over 1000 team members; we are currently 58 practices, operating in over 75 locations (and growing!) in Canada and the United States. At Corus we believe in preserving and evolving our specialty of orthodontics, and are focused on excellence in patient care, the patient-doctor relationship, and the support of each practice’s culture and community.

Our goals include providing exceptional patient care, preserving, and continually strengthening the patient-doctor relationship, fostering an inclusive culture, and fully supporting our team members to find a meaningful role where they can make a difference in their community.

About The Role

The Certified Orthodontic Assistant plays a critical role within our practice. You will be responsible for the delivery of direct patient care working independently as well as assisting the Orthodontist. This includes the direct bonding of fixed orthodontic appliances, attachment placement and delivery of orthodontic aligners, the adjustment of removable appliances, record taking, treatment documentation, sterilization procedures, patient education, and other miscellaneous and administrative duties.

What you will be doing - key responsibilities:

• Take x-rays, photos, and impressions- both traditional and digital.
• Pouring and trimming study models.
• Protect patient and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocol.
• Ability to perform other duties as required for the efficient operation of the practice.
• Clean/disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices.
• Fitting orthodontic appliances.
• Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Set up trays and prepare brackets for bonding.
• Unload and store new supplies.
• Placing and removing wires.
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures.
• Enter detailed chart/record notations in the practice management system.
• Provide patient instruction/education.
• Maintain patient confidence.

About you:

• You are pleasant, professional, and courteous, and enjoy being part of a team.
• You are an excellent communicator who brings enthusiasm and passion to every interaction.
• Overall committed to a career in orthodontics and be self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.
• You thrive on the challenge of managing competing priorities and excel at time management.
• Eager to learn, quick to laugh, and welcome to constructive criticism
• You care about providing excellent customer service and positive patient experiences.

What You Bring - Qualifications:

• Completion of Orthodontics Module
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; proficiency with dental software systems is an asset to complete tasks such as data entry, patient tracking and imaging.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, verbal and written, with a proven ability to build strong relationships to build positive rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members and community.
• 4+ years’ experience in an orthodontic specialty office
• Strong conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Certified Orthodontic Assistant
• Keen attention-to-detail and time management

What You Will Benefit From:

• Partnering with and learning from an experienced network of professionals.
• Competitive Salary
• A competitive total rewards package with an employee benefits program that includes extended health coverage, PLUS an additional health spending account and an employee & family assistance program.

How to Apply:

We know that applying to a new role takes a lot of work and we sincerely value your time and your interest in Corus Orthodontists. We’re looking forward to reading your application.

We thank all applicants, though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Corus Orthodontists is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Corus has a strong commitment to diversity and all qualified candidates will be considered.

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