At SmileCrew Orthodontics, we’re more than an ortho team — we’re a high-energy crew that works hard, supports each other, and knows how to celebrate wins. From Lake Travis boat days to Fogo de Chão year-end dinners, we believe great culture creates great smiles.
The Role
We’re looking for a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant to support multiple SmileCrew locations. Your main focus is clinical ortho assisting, helping our team deliver fast, high-quality same-day starts and exceptional patient care.
We are a fast-paced, modern orthodontic practice focused on efficiency, digital workflows, same-day starts, and creating an outstanding patient experience. We’re looking for someone who is dependable, adaptable, coachable, and brings positive energy into every office they support.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment, love orthodontics, and enjoy variety in your workday, this role is for you.
Schedule & Travel
- 4 days per week
- 7:30 AM until 5:00 PM (or until duties are completed)
- Traveling role across multiple SmileCrew Orthodontics locations including Buda, Leander, Marble Falls, and North Austin
- Travel schedules are communicated in advance
- Mileage reimbursement provided for certain locations
Why Join SmileCrew Orthodontics
- A supportive, collaborative, high-energy culture
- A company that genuinely invests in its team
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Variety in your day — no two days are the same
- A workplace that values positivity, teamwork, and work-life balance
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), team events, and growth opportunities plus many more!
Key Responsibilities
Assist with orthodontic procedures including:
- Bracket placement and adjustments
- Same-day starts
- Impressions and digital scans (iTero)
- Panoramic and ceph X-rays
- Invisalign assistance
- Set up and break down ortho stations efficiently
- Maintain patient comfort, engagement, and education throughout visits
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and orthodontic procedures
- Maintain accurate digital patient records (Cloud9 preferred, not required)
- Bring positive energy and teamwork to every SmileCrew location
Qualifications
- Current RDA (Registered Dental Assistant) license
- 1+ year of orthodontic experience
- Experience with same-day starts preferred
- Comfortable with technology and digital systems
- Cloud9 experience is a plus
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between locations
Ready to Join the Crew?
If you love orthodontics, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a supportive team that truly values its people, we’d love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What desired hourly rate are you seeking for this position?
- This is a traveling orthodontic assistant position. Are you reliably able to commute to Marble Falls, Leander, Buda, and North Austin?
Experience:
- Orthodontics: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Licensed Registered Dental Assistant (Required)
Work Location: In person
