Registered Dental Hygienist - BHG Orthodontics

Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? BHG Orthodontics is looking for an enthusiastic Registered Dental Hygienist to join our thriving practice in London, Ontario. This is a replacement position within our established orthodontic team. If you have been thinking about specializing in orthodontics, we have the perfect opportunity for you, as we are committed to training the right person. What Sets Us Apart  At BHG Orthodontics, we’re more than an orthodontic practice—we’re a community that values support, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of Corus Orthodontists, a growing network of over 50 practices across North America, we offer: A Supportive Environment with Community Focus: Work in a positive, collaborative workplace where team members lift each other up. Build strong relationships with patients and the communities we proudly serve. Commitment to Excellence: Deliver quality care in every patient interaction and enjoy ongoing opportunities for growth, including $500 in annual learning assistance. Compensation & Perks That Count: Access a competitive total rewards package with an expected wage of $45-47/hr, including extended health coverage, a health spending account, and an employee assistance program. Complimentary orthodontic treatment for you and your immediate family and a uniform allowance. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible work schedule. Every Thursday and Friday, every other Tuesday and approximately 5 Saturdays per year. How You’ll Make an Impact 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) Place and remove separating elastics as needed. Prepare teeth and place fixed appliances that were previously fitted by the DDS (e.g., bands, brackets, RPE, Invisalign attachments, fixed lingual retainers). Remove fixed appliances and residual cement (e.g., brackets, bands, 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.   The Teammate We’re Looking For  Registered Dental Hygienist or Restorative Dental Hygienist in good standing. Orthodontic experience is an asset, but we look forward to supporting the right candidate to expand their skills. CPR C/AED Certification. 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.   Ready to join a team that values excellence, integrity, and community? Apply today to start a rewarding career with BHG Orthodontics! We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #CLIN