Friday, April 12, 2024

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

Dr. Angelina Loo is looking for a passionate and energetic Dental Assistantto join our well-established beautiful practice in Vancouver, BC.

Dr. Loo is part of the Corus Orthodontists family. We are a dynamic group of practices across North America who believe in preserving and evolving our specialty of orthodontics, and in protecting the integrity of the patient-doctor relationship.

About the role:

The Dental 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 Dental Assistantis 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 you will benefit from:

• A competitive hourly wage.
• 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.
• Being part of a collaborative and engaging team that prioritizes employee development.
• Partnering with and learning from an experienced network of professionals.

What you will be doing – key responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Enter detailed chart/record notations in the practice management system.
• Take x-rays, photos, impressions, and intraoral scans.
• Provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures.
• Clean/disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices.
• Set up trays and prepare brackets for bonding.
• Unload and store new supplies.
• Ability to perform other duties as required for the efficient operation of the practice.

What you bring – qualifications:

• Certified Orthodontic Assistant is an asset including the completion of the Orthodontics Module, but willing to train Dental Assistant.
• 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

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 working with Dr. Loo. We’re looking forward to reading your application. We thank all applicants, though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Dr. Loo & Corus Orthodontists, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We take pride in being an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and treats all applicants equally, and without discrimination. Our recruitment team is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations. If contacted to discuss your application, please inform your Recruitment Specialist if an accommodation is required.

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