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

BHG Orthodontics is looking to welcome a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our outstanding team. Orthodontic experience is an asset, but we look forward to supporting the right candidate to expand their skills.
Our doctors at BHG Orthodontics have over 20 years of experience as orthodontic specialists, while also being on staff as clinical professors for the Graduate Orthodontics program at the University of Western Ontario. Given this our practice will provide a passionate Hygienist with the opportunity for a rewarding career.
What you will benefit from:
• Competitive pay
• Being part of a collaborative and engaging team that prioritizes employee development
• Partnering with, and learning from, an experienced network of professionals
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Screen patients, review their progress, assess oral hygiene, update medical histories, and confirm or update personal information (address, phone number, email, DDS).
• Maintain accurate records of patients' oral health, treatment progress, and procedures performed in the practice management system.
• Perform intraoral procedures as authorized by the DDS, as indicated in the patient's chart (e.g., archwires, chain elastics, coil springs, surgical hooks, auxiliary hooks, Forsus springs, MARA elbows).
• Place and remove separating elastics as needed.
• Prepare teeth and place fixed appliances that were previously fitted by the DDS (e.g., bands, brackets, MARA, RPE, Invisalign attachments, fixed lingual retainers).
• Remove fixed appliances and residual cement (e.g., brackets, bands, MARA, RPE, fixed retainers, Invisalign attachments).
• Perform scaling as needed before placing a fixed lingual retainer.
• Mechanically polish teeth after the removal of fixed appliances.
• Take impressions for retainer or mouthguard fabrication.
• Provide patients with instructions on oral hygiene, dietary recommendations related to orthodontics, and specific guidance on caring for devices and braces.
• Address patient emergencies and restore their original state (e.g., fix poking archwires, replace broken archwires, elastics, or appliances, and reinsert missing parts).
• Assist with cleaning and disinfecting operatories when time allows.
• Provide reports to parents or guardians about patient progress.
• Interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and ensure proper protocols are followed.
• Assess emergency situations and be familiar with emergency protocols, including first aid and CPR.
• Place or remove retraction cords as needed to ensure proper bracket placement (Restorative Hygienist/DDS only).
Physical Demands:
• Must be able to provide key responsibilities while wearing personal protective equipment such as gown, cap, face shield, and mask
• For aerosol generating procedures a N95 or KN95 mask is required
Where you will be working/other important information:
• Location: 37 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1R4
• Thursday and Fridays: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
About you:
• Values working as part of a team
• Pleasant, professional and courteous personality with a passion and energy for exceptional customer service
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Alignment with our vision, mission and values that drive what we do!
Qualifications:
• Registered Dental Hygienist or Restorative Dental Hygienist in good standing
• CPR C/AED Certification
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 our orthodontic practice. We're looking forward to reading your application. We thank all applicants, although only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At BHG Orthodontics & 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.
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At Corus Orthodontists, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you require accommodation during the application process, please inform your Recruitment Specialist. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to exceptional care and community connection.