Now Hiring: Orthodontic Assistant- Traveling between Dunn and Durham
The Traveling Orthodontic Assistant is responsible for supporting the Orthodontist across designated practice locations (Garner, Fuquay Broad, Cary Tryon, Durham Miami) 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!
Skills Required
- Chairside Dental Assistant certificate
- Valid North Carolina X-Ray Certification
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 15-20 lbs
- Reliable transportation to assigned offices
What We Do
Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is a North Carolina born and bred company. Beginning in Fuquay-Varina in 1980, Dr. Don Lane has since expanded our reach to over 50 locations throughout North Carolina. We can be found in major cities like Raleigh, Durham, Cary, & Greensboro but we can also be found in small towns such as Biscoe, Erwin, Hamlet & Southern Pines. Our variety of locations helps us to reach every patient in every walk of life. We are truly family dentistry and encompass every dental service imaginable all under one roof. We are proud to offer Cosmetic, Restorative and Preventative care as well as Orthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, and Oral Surgery Services. Being family oriented is important to us which is why all of our offices offer our My Child's First Dental Visit program. We also offer Dental Sleep Medicine and TMJ Disorder Treatment. Our Cary location has also started offering Spa Amenities while in the dental chair. Lane & Associates believes it is inherent upon our team to evaluate, educate and proactively advise each of our patients of their present dental condition and engage them to assist us in creating ideal treatment solutions. We strive to provide our patients with the beautiful smile they deserve. Our tagline at Lane is "We love to make you smile!" & we exhibit this daily when interacting with our phenomenal patients. If you are in search of a modern dental company that truly appreciates its staff, look no further! Come see why working at Lane & Associates will make you smile!
