Lead Dental Assistant

Seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Dental Assistant to join our team at Brewer Dental Center. As a Lead Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for providing chairside assistance to dentists, ensuring efficient and smooth workflow, and supervising and training other dental assistants. This position requires strong leadership skills, excellent clinical knowledge, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on continuous learning and professional growth.
In this role, you will assist with various dental procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, take X-rays, and provide chairside support to the dentists. You will also educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
If you have a positive attitude, a passion for dentistry, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of our patients, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist during dental procedures
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
Take and develop dental x-rays
Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring models and trimming impressions
Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records
Manage inventory of dental supplies and order new supplies as needed
Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and HIPAA regulations
Supervising experience (Required)
Medical coding
Leadership Skills (Required)
We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you are a skilled Lead Dental Assistant looking to join a dynamic team, please apply with your resume.
Pay ranges are from $21.00 - $24.00/hour
Requirements
Radiation Health &
Safety Certification (Required)
Minimum of 2 years of dental experience
X-ray certification
Experience in a leadership or supervisory role
Strong clinical skills and knowledge
Knowledge of medical coding and billing procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and ability to multitask
Ability to work well in a team
Familiarity with dental software and technology
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance