Traveling Orthodontic RDA - Paid Mileage & Flexible Hours

Smile Brands Inc.; Pinole (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant to work closely with our Dentist across approved facilities in California. You will assist with procedures, prepare rooms, take X-rays, impressions and scans, and educate patients on care.

The role requires RDA licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and at least two years of orthodontic experience. Travel with paid mileage is provided, and scheduling follows a Monday–Saturday, 7am–6pm framework with 8-hour days.

Qualifications

• CPR or BLS certification required.
• 2 years of orthodontic experience required.
• Willing to travel with paid mileage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during patient procedures and adjustments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
• Take dental impressions, intraoral scans, X-rays, and patient photographs.
• Assist with bonding and debonding braces and orthodontic appliances.
• Remove and place archwires, brackets, elastics, and other orthodontic materials as directed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, braces care, aligner wear, and post-treatment instructions.
• Fabricate retainers, aligners, and other orthodontic appliances when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and update treatment notes.
• Ensure patient comfort and provide excellent customer service throughout appointments.
• Set up and break down treatment areas between patients.
• Assist with inventory management and stocking supplies.
• Support front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient check-in/check-out.
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, and office safety protocols at all times

Skills

CPR or BLS

Orthodontic experience

Education

RDA license

Job description

Smile Brands Inc. is seeking a Traveling Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant to work closely with our Dentist across approved facilities in California. You will assist with procedures, prepare rooms, take X-rays, impressions and scans, and educate patients on care.

The role requires RDA licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and at least two years of orthodontic experience. Travel with paid mileage is provided, and scheduling follows a Monday–Saturday, 7am–6pm framework with 8-hour days.