Traveling Orthodontic Assistant (RDA) – Full-Time

FPDS LYO PLLC; Fort Worth, Azle, Haslet, Saginaw (TX, TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Training and professional development

Modern orthodontic technology

Employee incentives and team activites

Job summary

Lustig & Young Orthodontics (LYO) seeks an experienced Orthodontic Assistant to join our traveling team. This full-time position supports all four LYO locations and requires reliable transportation to travel between offices.

You will assist with bonding, debonding, X-rays, impressions, Invisalign attachments, and patient education while maintaining records and following infection control protocols. The role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a modern practice.

Qualifications

• Previous orthodontic assisting experience required.
• RDA credential or ability to meet registration and certification requirements.
• Hands-on experience with bonding, debonding, wire changes, rapid palatal expanders (RPEs), impressions or digital scans, X-rays, and Invisalign attachments.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to all four LYO locations.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• A dependable, collaborative approach and commitment to excellent patient care.
• Ability to stay organized and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists with bonding, debonding, adjustments, and other clinical procedures.
• Perform wire changes, appliances support, and Invisalign attachments as authorized.
• Take patient X-rays, photographs, impressions, and digital scans.
• Prepare patients, instruments, and treatment areas for appointments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliances, aligners, and treatment instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Follow sterilization and infection prevention protocols.
• Support patient care and daily clinical operations across locations.

Skills

Orthodontic assisting

RDA credential

Bonding

Debonding

Wire changes

Impressions

Digital scans

X-rays

Invisalign attachments

Patient communication

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential or ability to meet registration and certification requirements

Job description

Lustig & Young Orthodontics (LYO) seeks an experienced Orthodontic Assistant to join our traveling team. This full-time position supports all four LYO locations and requires reliable transportation to travel between offices.

You will assist with bonding, debonding, X-rays, impressions, Invisalign attachments, and patient education while maintaining records and following infection control protocols. The role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a modern practice.