Traveling Ortho Assistant

Dr Lane & Associates; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Employee assistance program

Paid time off & paid holidays

Volunteer opportunities with SmileSqud

Job summary

Dr Lane & Associates is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support orthodontists across designated locations, traveling to Greensboro and Winston‑Salem. You will assist with chairside care, radiographs, Invisalign coordination, and setup for upcoming procedures.

The role requires a Chairside Dental Assistant certificate, NC X‑ray certification, and a High School Diploma or GED. You will lift up to 20 lbs and maintain inventory while ensuring a clean patient environment.

Qualifications

• Chairside Dental Assistant certificate required.
• Valid North Carolina X-Ray Certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist with high‑quality patient care.
• Reinforce oral hygiene and at‑home care instructions.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment, including arch wires.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain operatory cleanliness.
• Prepare and organize tray setups for procedures.
• Monitor inventory and restock supplies.
• Expose and develop radiographs; use iTero for records.
• Track Invisalign cases to ensure readiness for appointments.

Skills

Planning & organizational skills

Interpersonal & communication

Anticipate the needs of patients and医生

Professional, dependable, detail‑or‑it

Education

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate

High School Diploma or GED

North Carolina X-Ray Certification

Tools

iTero scanner

Job description

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Traveling Ortho Assistant

ASSISTANT Part Time Greensboro, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 6033

Now Hiring: Orthodontic Assistant- Traveling to Greensboro and Winston-Salem

The Traveling Orthodontic Assistant is responsible for supporting the Orthodontist across designated practice locations (Garner, Fuquay Broad, Cary Tryon, Durham Miami) 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
Daily/Weekly/Monthly duties include, but are not limited to:

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!
• 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!