Now Hiring: Traveling Periodontic Assistant- Fuquay, Sanford, Cary, and Raleigh OFF on Mondays
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:
Daily/Weekly/Monthly duties include, but are not limited to:
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.
Expose digital radiographs.
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
Computer literacy
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!
- 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
- Dental Assistant Certification
- Valid North Carolina X-Ray Certification
- Current CPR 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!
