docbraces - Canadian Orthodontic Partners·Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Provide comprehensive dental hygiene treatment and orthodontic support, including cleaning, X-rays, and appliance management. Educate patients on oral health habits and maintain accurate clinical records and equipment.
docbraces Charlottetown & Summerside has an exciting Full-time opportunity, looking for a talented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. Canadian Orthodontic Partners provides support services to docbraces and our national network of community-based clinics in delivering personalized Orthodontic treatment. We provide an enhanced level of patient care and service experience in our clinics putting patient care above all else. Come join a team that shares, collaborates, and learns with a vision of becoming the icon of orthodontic excellence by building self-esteem, one beautiful smile at a time.
Competitive Hourly Wage + Quarterly Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Orthodontic Coverage for employees and their families.
Annual Uniform and Shoe Allowance.
Educational Reimbursement Program.
Guaranteed shift hours and employees qualify for all Statutory Holidays.
Real Career Growth Opportunities. Key Responsibilities: · Providing patient care and support in an enthusiastic way, building a personal connection at every visit. · Ensures that patients receive optimal hygiene treatment based on clinical findings and their goal for comprehensive oral health. · Desire to help, educate and improve our patients’ lives. · Collect patient’s dental and relevant medical history, to reference during examinations. · Prepare patients for the Orthodontist. · Preparing patient and equipment for X-Rays · Taking X-Rays and following all safety procedures as required · Examine gums for infections or gum disease. · Clean patient’s teeth to remove plague, polish, floss and brush. · Bonding and removal of brackets and orthodontic appliances · Placing and removing arch wires · Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits and treatment progress. · Updating patient records and examination notes · Perform all lab duties/requirements as instructed by the Orthodontist or leadership team. · Prepare and maintain all dental instruments, supplies and equipment. · Call patients for aftercare and answer questions · Travel to satellite locations if/when necessary · Maintain a positive attitude and work cohesively with fellow team members to provide an atmosphere of trust, respect, and cooperation. · Possess great energy for a fast-paced environment.
· 2+ years’ experience as a Dental Hygienist is preferred but not required. · Successful completion of a Dental Hygiene Diploma or Hygiene Degree program. · Registered and/or licensed by the dental hygiene regulatory authority within province, in good standing. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; written and verbal, an ability to make patients feel comfortable and at ease. · Great time management and organizational skills. · Experience in an orthodontic office is preferred but not required. · Current CPR and First Aid training.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in Prince Edward Island are typically driven by steady patient care needs in private practices and clinics. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer registered or certified assistants with prior experience and Canadian work authorization. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to highlight chairside experience and patient support skills.
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