Pediatric Dental Lead Assistant

Are you looking for meaningful work making a difference in children’s lives?

Jennifer K Hargleroad DDS MS Professional LLC is a patient‑centered pediatric dental office committed to creating a calm, encouraging, and positive experience for every child and family we serve. We are seeking a Pediatric Dental Clinical Coordinator to help lead our clinical team, support patient flow, and ensure exceptional clinical and service standards are met every day.

This is an ideal role for an experienced pediatric dental assistant or clinical lead who enjoys mentoring others, staying organized, and being a key part of a collaborative practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day clinical operations to ensure smooth patient flow
• Support, guide, and mentor dental assistants and clinical team members
• Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures as needed
• Oversee clinical schedules, room readiness, and treatment setup
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and office policies
• Serve as a liaison between clinical staff, front office, and providers
• Obtain state surgical assistant licensure to assist in hospital and surgery center settings
• Help onboard and train new clinical team members
• Inventory management
• Support a positive, calm, and child‑friendly environment for patients and families

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant, Radiology and Nitrous Oxide certification
• Pediatric dental experience strongly preferred
• Prior leadership, lead assistant, or coordinator experience a plus
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Team‑focused mindset with a warm, professional demeanor
• Confidence working with children and parents in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer

• Supportive, team‑oriented culture
• Consistent schedule with work‑life balance
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth and professional development

Join us to lead pediatric dental services with enthusiasm and professionalism! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your growth while delivering exceptional care.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

Background check • Chairside assisting • Nitrous Oxide Certification • Employee onboarding • Teamwork • Dental office • Dental assisting • Preparing dental treatment areas • Inventory management • Team leadership • Clinical skill development • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance • Radiology • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preparing medical treatment area • Team development • Schedule management • Clinical staff training • Working with children • Professional development support • Paid time off • Clinical training • Clinical staff mentoring • Operating room • Children • Healthcare practice operations management • Pediatrics • Organizational skills • Dental office experience • Patient care leadership • Career development plan • New hire orientation • Dental Assisting • In-person • Employee discount • Patient services management • Pediatric dentistry • Safety standard operating procedures • Care coordination • Professional development assistance • Dental assistant experience (3–5 years) • Leadership • Communication skills • Collaboration with surgical teams • Clinical program staff coordination • Ambulatory surgery center • Patient safety compliance management