Traveling Ortho Assistant

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry; Hamlet (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist across Hamlet, Southern Pines, and Fayetteville locations, with Fridays off. You will provide chairside assistance, prepare operatory stations, assist with radiographs and iTero scans, take impressions, and help track Invisalign cases to ensure timely appointments.

Under direct supervision, you will reinforce oral hygiene instructions, maintain inventory, sterilize instruments, and uphold

Qualifications

• Certificate required to act as chairside dental assistant.
• Current NC X-Ray Certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to multiple offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Reinforce oral hygiene and at-home care instructions.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment, including arch wire adjustments.
• Clean and disinfect operatories after procedures.
• Prepare and organize tray setups for upcoming procedures.
• Monitor operatory supplies and restocking needs.
• Sterilize instruments per safety protocols.
• Expose and develop radiographs.
• Utilize iTero scanner for orthodontic records.
• Take impressions and pour dental models as needed.
• Track Invisalign cases to ensure readiness for appointments.
• Maintain dental supply inventory systems and OSHA compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate

NC X-ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring: Orthodontic Assistant- Traveling to Hamlet, Southern Pines, and Fayetteville. OFF on Fridays

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!