Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Job Title: Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) 

Location: Downtown Vancouver - Transcend Specialized Dentistry

Position Type: Full-time (4-5 days/week)

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (No evenings or weekends, unless there is interest)

Salary Range: starting at $38 - $44 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Certified Dental Assistant to join our multi-specialty dental practice with specialists in prosthodontics, periodontics, and orthodontics. The ideal candidate will have experience in restorative, surgical, or orthodontic procedures, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. This role requires adaptability, a commitment to continuous learning, and a drive to excel in a team environment dedicated to clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Assistance and Patient Care:

• Chairside assisting during procedures with specialists 
• Setting up and turning over operatories between procedures
• Safely handling and taking digital radiographs and CBCT scans
• Taking digital impressions and photographs
• Providing patients with post-operative instructions
• Ensuring patient comfort before, during, and after procedures
• Greeting patients and conducting introductory interviews
• Assisting specialists during consultations 
• Drafting clinical notes as per specialist requirements
• Reviewing estimates and treatment plans with patients 
• Checking patients out and scheduling their next appointments
• Collecting payments and deposits when applicable
• Engaging in a professional, friendly, and personal way with patients

Sterilization and Maintenance:

• Handling sterilization of instruments and equipment
• Conducting equipment maintenance checks and reporting any issues promptly
• Maintaining a sterile environment through proper infection control techniques

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification in British Columbia
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CDA, preferably in a specialty office
• Experience in restorative, surgical, or orthodontic procedures
• Proficiency in dental radiography, digital impressions, and photography 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Knowledge of dental practice management software
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Desirable but not essential: experience across multiple dental specialties (prosthodontics, periodontics, orthodontics)

Benefits:

• Quarterly performance bonuses tied to case acceptance and treatment scheduled
• Health Spending Account
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Group RRSP with employer match
• Complimentary dental care at Transcend
• Branded uniform allowance
• Covered parking
• Comprehensive training and onboarding program
• Ongoing professional development
• Tenure-based growth — benefits, RRSP match, and time off increase with tenure
• Potential for growth into more senior roles

Additional Information:

• Single location practice in Downtown Vancouver
• Start date: As soon as the right candidate is found

Our Culture: We are dedicated to providing exceptional, comprehensive dental care in a multi-specialty setting. Our team is committed to continuous improvement, clinical excellence, and creating a positive patient experience. We're looking for a CDA who shares our passion for dentistry, embraces new technologies, and is excited about contributing to a dynamic and high-performing team.