full-time 2 months ago
Traveling Periodontist Assistant
Lane & Associates Family Dentistry
4106 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
Competitive Compensation
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Denticon Software
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Job Description
Now Hiring: Traveling Periodontic Assistant- Fuquay, Sanford, Cary, and Raleigh
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!
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!
About Lane & Associates Family Dentistry
Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is a North Carolina-based dental practice dedicated to making patients smile. With over 80 trained dentists and specialists, they offer a wide range of services including comprehensive dental cleanings, restorative crowns and fillings, wisdom teeth extractions, cosmetic teeth whitening, first dental visits, sedation dentistry, TMJ, and sleep apnea treatment.
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