Traveling Orthodontic Assistant — Mobile, Multi-Office

Dr Lane & Associates; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly Performance Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Volunteer opportunities with SmileSqud

Team events & social campaigns

Birthday and Work Anniversary rewards

Job summary

Dr Lane & Associates is hiring a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support orthodontists across multiple locations including Garner, Fuquay, Cary, and Durham. You will provide chairside assistance, maintain operatory readiness, monitor inventory, and ensure a clean, welcoming patient environment under direct clinical supervision.

The role emphasizes patient care, infection control, radiographs, and use of the iTero scanner, with opportunities to contribute to a smooth patient experience and

Qualifications

• Chairside Dental Assistant certificate is required.
• NC X-ray certification is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to assigned offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist with high-quality patient care.
• Reinforce oral hygiene and at-home care instructions.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment and manage wires.
• Disinfect operatories after procedures.
• Prepare tray setups for upcoming procedures.
• Monitor inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Sterilize instruments following safety protocols.
• Expose and develop radiographs; use the iTero scanner.
• Take impressions and pour dental models as needed.
• Track Invisalign cases to ensure readiness for appointments.
• Maintain inventory systems and OSHA compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate

North Carolina X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dr Lane & Associates is hiring a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support orthodontists across multiple locations including Garner, Fuquay, Cary, and Durham. You will provide chairside assistance, maintain operatory readiness, monitor inventory, and ensure a clean, welcoming patient environment under direct clinical supervision.

The role emphasizes patient care, infection control, radiographs, and use of the iTero scanner, with opportunities to contribute to a smooth patient experience and