Traveling Dental Assistant (Surgical)

Job Title: Traveling Surgical Dental AssistantDepartment: OperationsReports To: Regional Clinical ManagerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSchedule: Full-Time (4–5 days/week, Monday–Friday availability required)Travel: Regular travel between PA & NJ offices (all within ~2 hours of the Philadelphia area)

Company Overview

Smart Arches Dental Implant Centers were created by doctors who are committed to improving patients’ lives through exceptional implant dentistry. We break away from the “corporate clinic” feel by putting patient experience, compassion, and quality care at the center of everything we do. If you are passionate about helping patients regain confidence and start over, Smart Arches is a meaningful place to build your career.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Surgical Dental Assistant who has hands-on experience assisting with All-on-X (AOX) surgical cases, full-mouth reconstructions, complex extractions, and other advanced implant-related procedures.

This role supports five Smart Arches locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, all within a reasonable commute of the Philadelphia area. A monthly surgical schedule is provided in advance; however, due to patient volume and clinical needs, flexibility Monday through Friday is required. While the role typically works 4–5 days per week, the candidate must be available any weekday as needed (i.e., cannot hold permanently unavailable days such as every Friday).

This position is ideal for a highly skilled surgical assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and is confident working across multiple practice teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Surgical & Clinical Support

• Assist surgeons chairside during All-on-X, All-on-6, FMRs, extractions, and other implant surgical procedures
• Prepare surgical suites, ensuring all instruments, guides, restorative components, and implant materials are ready
• Maintain strict infection control and aseptic technique

Patient Interaction

• Greet and prepare patients for surgery
• Provide comfort, reassurance, and clear communication throughout their visit
• Deliver post-operative instructions as directed

Instrumentation & Sterilization

• Sterilize, package, and organize surgical instruments
• Maintain proper functioning of surgical equipment (handpieces, suction units, etc.)

Clinical Documentation & Workflow

• Accurately document treatment notes
• Support digital workflows (CBCT, intraoral scanning, photographs, etc.)

Inventory & Supply Management

• Track and manage surgical supply levels across offices
• Communicate needs proactively to ensure cases run smoothly

General Support

• Travel between PA/NJ offices as scheduled
• Perform additional duties as needed to support daily operations

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience assisting with surgical dental procedures, including implant surgeries and AOX/FMR work
• CPR/BLS certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to travel between PA and NJ offices routinely
• Full Monday–Friday availability (even if regularly scheduled for 4 days)

Preferred

• X-ray certification/licensure in PA and/or NJ (not required for all states)
• Experience with digital workflows (CBCT, IOS, treatment planning software)

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in complex surgical assisting, especially implant and AOX procedures
• Ability to adapt quickly across multiple office environments
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• High level of professionalism and patient-centered care
• Understanding of surgical protocols and infection control standards

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Equal Employment

Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and leads in provider and patient satisfaction. Smart Arches values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged. Smart Arches is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.

Company Safety

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Smart Arches is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as needed and in accordance with CDC standards.

The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.

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