Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Job Title: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with Orthodontic Module
Company: Align Orthodontics
Locations: South Edmonton, Sherwood Park, and Spruce Grove
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
About the Role
At Align Orthodontics, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. We are seeking a professional, caring, and efficient Registered Dental Assistant to join our team.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality clinical care in alignment with Align’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values. You will play a key part in supporting both our Orthodontic and Orofacial Pain / TMJ clinical areas, ensuring our patients receive top-tier treatment in a warm and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Engagement: Provide comprehensive clinical care; engage with patients and inform parents of procedures performed.

Clinical Excellence: Perform clinical procedures in both Orthodontic and Orofacial Pain/TMJ areas to established standards.

Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to Align’s Asepsis Protocols and Occupational Health (OH) standards.

Record Management: Accurately complete electronic and paper charting; efficiently manage patient schedules (records and clinic) on a daily/rotational basis.

Clinic Operations: Maintain a clean, organized clinic; support daily, weekly, and monthly stock control and equipment maintenance.

Team Collaboration: Assist with employee training plans and provide coverage for team members during holidays or illness as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements/ Education & Credentials
Active Registration: Must be a Registered Dental Assistant with the College of Alberta Dental Assistants (CADA).

Certification: Ortho Module required.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant.

Strong knowledge of orthodontic appliances, instruments, materials, equipment, and lab repair/remake procedures.

Understanding of Orofacial Pain procedures an asset
Intermediate proficiency in Windows-based computers, patient management, and imaging software.

Skills & Abilities
Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English with strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.

Work Ethic: Highly organized, proactive, with excellent task prioritization and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Dexterity: Manual dexterity required to perform clinical procedures and operate computer/medical equipment.

Work Location Requirement
This position requires split-location availability, working at both offices weekly:
At least 1 day per week: Hewes Location
At least 1 day per week: Sherwood Park Location
May require travel to our Spruce Grove office if required
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to grow with a high-standard practice, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Pay: $34.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Wellness program
Work Location: In person