Lead Dental Assistant

Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Dental Assistant to join our vibrant dental team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily clinical operations, support the dental team in delivering exceptional patient care, and ensure smooth workflow within the practice. Your leadership will help foster a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental experience. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about advancing dental health through excellent assistance and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of dental assistants and support staff to maintain high standards of patient care and operational efficiency.
• Assist dentists during a wide range of procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments, materials, and medical imaging equipment such as 3D scanners and X-ray machines, ensuring all tools are sterilized and ready for use.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) like Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic to accurately document patient information, treatment plans, and medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Conduct vital signs assessments and assist with chairside assisting tasks including taking dental terminology notes, medical coding, and managing medical records.
• Support the dental receptionist by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and managing patient flow to optimize clinic productivity.
• Educate patients on oral health practices while demonstrating excellent communication skills and professionalism throughout their visit.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dental Assistant in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with familiarity in general dentistry procedures.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, aseptic technique, and medical imaging procedures such as X-ray and 3D scanning.
• Hands-on experience with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft; familiarity with Epic is a plus.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to medical records management and confidentiality standards.
• Experience supporting pediatric dentistry procedures is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of dental assistants while maintaining high standards of patient care and clinic operations.
• Certification in radiography or X-ray safety preferred; ongoing training in infection control and medical documentation is advantageous. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives by providing top-tier dental assistance within a collaborative team dedicated to excellence!

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Leadership: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Background check • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Direct patient care • Anatomy knowledge • Teamwork • Dental office • Patient flow optimization • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Operations management • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Treatment plan documentation • Image acquisition for patient care • Team leadership • Dental receptionist • Operational management • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Improving operational efficiency • Medical 3D scanning • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical coding in outpatient clinics • Medical scheduling • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Dental sterilization procedures • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Health insurance knowledge • Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Clinical assessment documentation • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Patient care leadership • Operating medical imaging equipment • Clinical team leadership • Medical assisting • Vision insurance • Patient counseling • Dental Assisting • In-person • Employee discount • Patient services management • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Leadership • Opportunities for advancement • Communication skills