Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant
Join Say Cheese Orthodontics| Calgary, AB
Opportunity Snapshot

Full-Time Maternity leave position with potential for permanent employment
Monday to Thursday 7:15 to 3:45
Specialized Orthodontic Practice
Continuing Education Opportunities
Great Place to Work® Certified Organization

Great Smiles Start with a Great Team
We’re looking for an Orthodontic Assistant who enjoys working with people, takes pride in providing exceptional patient care, and wants to be part of a collaborative team. If you’re passionate about helping patients feel confident throughout their orthodontic journey, we’d love to meet you!
What You’ll Love About This Opportunity

Work in a dedicated orthodontic practice
Build meaningful relationships with patients and families
Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment
Gain experience with orthodontic treatments and technology
Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
Contribute to creating confident, healthy smiles

What You’ll Be Doing

Assist the orthodontist with clinical procedures and patient care
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment
Support orthodontic procedures, including braces adjustments, wire changes, and other treatments within your scope of practice
Take dental impressions or digital scans and diagnostic records as required
Provide patients with instructions on orthodontic appliances, oral hygiene, and care following appointments
Maintain infection prevention and control standards
Help ensure appointments run smoothly and efficiently
Create a welcoming, positive experience for patients of all ages
Work closely with the orthodontist and clinical team to support excellent treatment outcomes

*This description provides a general overview of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties.
What You’ll Bring

1+ year of Registered Dental Assistant experience
1+ years of orthodontic assisting experience is an asset
Completion of an Ortho Module
Experience with Dolphin dental software will be considered an asset
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A patient-focused approach, with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and confident
A positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to infection prevention and patient safety

Why Passion Dental Group?
Say Cheese Orthodontics is a proud part of Passion Dental Group — a dental support organization founded by dentists. We do things a little differently: our clinics maintain their own culture, relationships, and patient experience while benefiting from the resources, mentorship, and learning opportunities that come with being part of a larger group.
We're also Great Place to Work® certified, based on feedback from our team about trust, leadership, culture, and feeling valued. It's something we're proud of and continue working to earn.
Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
Apply today and tell us a little about what you're looking for in your next role. We'd love to chat!
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