Traveling Ortho Assistant

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Dr Lane & Associates

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality chairside assistance to the orthodontist across multiple practice locations. Maintain operatory readiness, manage inventory, and ensure a positive patient experience through clinical support.

Qualifications

You have a Chairside Dental Assistant certificate and X-Ray Certification in North Carolina, along with a High School Diploma or GED. You are able to provide exceptional chairside assistance, maintain operatory readiness, and ensure a clean, welcoming patient environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate

X-Ray Certification

iTero scanner

Intraoral photos

Essix retainers

OSHA compliance

Job Description

Now Hiring: Orthodontic Assistant Greensboro/Winston Salem

The Traveling Orthodontic Assistant is responsible for supporting the Orthodontist across designed practice locations 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.

  • Capture intraoral photos for patient records.

  • Fabricate Essix retainers.

  • 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

  • Computer literacy 


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!
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (after 90 days!) – Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, FSA & more!
  • 401(k) Employer Contribution Plan (after 90 days!)
  • Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!
  • Employee Assistance Program!
  • Uniform Allowance!
  • 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!

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Dr Lane & Associates

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