Traveling Ortho Assistant

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry; Erwin (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay!

Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!

Employee Assistance Program!

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!

Fridays off at 2 PM!

Volunteer opportunities with prizes!

Fun team events and giveaways!

Job summary

A dental practice in North Carolina is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support Orthodontists across multiple locations. Responsibilities include assisting in patient care, maintaining operatory readiness, and managing dental supply inventories. Candidates must possess a Chairside Dental Assistant certificate and valid North Carolina X-Ray Certification. This role offers competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and other employee benefits, fostering a positive work environment with various fun team activities.

Qualifications

• Must have Chairside Dental Assistant certificate.
• Valid NC X-Ray Certification is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is necessary.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to assigned offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Prepare and organize tray setups for upcoming procedures.
• Monitor operatory supply levels and communicate restocking needs.
• Clean and disinfect operatories following each procedure.
• Utilize the iTero scanner for orthodontic records.
• Monitor operatory supply levels and communicate restocking needs.
• Sterilize instruments in accordance with safety and infection control protocols.
• Expose and develop radiographs.
• Utilize the iTero scanner for orthodontic records.
• Take impressions and pour dental models as needed for appliances.
• Track and confirm receipt of Invisalign cases to ensure readiness for appointments.
• Maintain dental supply inventory systems, lab tracking processes, and OSHA compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication abilities

Detail-oriented

Attention to detail

Education

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate

Valid state of North Carolina X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

iTero scanner

Job description

Now Hiring: Traveling Orthodontic Assistant- Dunn and Durham

The Traveling Orthodontic Assistant is responsible for supporting the Orthodontist across designated practice locations (Southern Pines, Hamlet, and Fayetteville) by providing exceptional chairside assistance, maintaining operatory readiness, monitoring inventory, and ensuring a clean, welcoming patient environment. This position works under the direct clinical supervision of the orthodontist and plays a key role in delivering a smooth, efficient, and positive patient experience.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Assist the orthodontist in delivering high-quality patient care.

Reinforce oral hygiene and at-home care instructions to patients with orthodontic appliances.

Seat and prepare patients for treatment, including untying and removing arch wires.

Clean and disinfect operatories following each procedure.

Prepare and organize tray setups for upcoming procedures.

Monitor operatory supply levels and communicate restocking needs.

Sterilize instruments in accordance with safety and infection control protocols.

Expose and develop radiographs.

Utilize the iTero scanner for orthodontic records.

Take impressions and pour dental models as needed for appliances.

Track and confirm receipt of Invisalign cases to ensure readiness for appointments.

Maintain dental supply inventory systems, lab tracking processes, and OSHA compliance.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Attributes

Strong planning and organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Ability to anticipate the needs of both patients and the orthodontist

Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented

Job Specifications

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate required

Valid state of North Carolina X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to lift 15–20 lbs

Reliable transportation to assigned offices

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• Competitive pay!
• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!
• Employee Assistance Program!
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!
• Fridays off at 2 PM!
• Volunteer opportunities with our Smile Squad to earn awesome prizes!
• Fun team events, giveaways & social campaigns year-round!
• Birthday and Work Anniversary surprises sent directly from our owners!