Traveling Periodontist Assistant

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!