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Now Hiring: Traveling Periodontic Assistant - Mon.: Off, Tues.: Knightdale, Wed.: Durham Miami, Thurs.: North Raleigh, Fri.: Raleigh WFR
The Traveling Periodontic Dental Assistant is responsible for supporting the Periodontist in delivering high-quality patient care. This includes providing chairside assistance, maintaining operatory and inventory readiness, ensuring strict infection control, preparing instruments and materials, and helping create a comfortable, positive experience for every patient.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
- Assist the Periodontist during all procedures.
- Reinforce preventive and post‑treatment care instructions to patients.
- Seat and prepare patients for treatment while helping them feel calm and comfortable.
- Support the patient throughout procedures by maintaining a reassuring presence.
- Clean and disinfect operatories after each visit in accordance with infection control standards.
- Prepare tray setups and sterilize instruments.
- Take preliminary impressions as needed.
- Monitor lab cases and ensure they are ready for scheduled appointments.
- Maintain accuracy within the lab tracking system.
- Manage dental supply inventory and ensure operatories remain fully stocked.
- Follow OSHA regulations and Company Safety Policies & Procedures.
- Help promote 5‑Star Google Reviews through excellent patient interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Ability to anticipate the needs of both patients and the periodontist
- Professional appearance, demeanor, and teamwork mindset
Job Specifications
- Dental Assistant Certification required
- Valid State of North Carolina X‑Ray Certification
- Current CPR 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!
- Fridays off at 2 PM!
- 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!
- Employee discounts at major retailers!
- and so much more!
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Health Care Provider
- Industries: Medical Practices
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