Lead Dental Assistant
About The Position
About the Role We're looking for an experienced, motivated dental assistant to step into a lead capacity within our clinical team. In this role, you'll be the go-to person for chair side support, team coordination, and ensuring our patient experience is second to none, all within the scope of practice defined for non-EFDA dental assistants in Missouri. Please note: This is a non-EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) role. All responsibilities are scoped to duties permitted for dental assistants without an EFDA license in the state of Missouri. Clinical Duties -Chair side assisting for all dental procedures (4-handed dentistry) -Instrument preparation, sterilization, and tray setup -Dental radiographs (X-rays) -Intraoral photography and documentation -Oral evacuation (suction) during procedures -Impression taking as directed by the dentist -Topical anesthetic application -Isolation techniques -Retraction and cheek/lip management during procedures -Temporary crown placement as directed by supervising dentist -Patient education on post-op and home care instructions Lead Responsibilities -Oversee operatory readiness, supply levels, and daily flow -Coordinate scheduling support between clinical and front desk -Maintain OSHA and infection control compliance standards -Manage sterilization area protocols and documentation -Act as point of contact for clinical questions during procedures -Track and reorder clinical supplies and materials -Support a positive, patient-centered team culture
Requirements
- 2+ years of dental assisting experience
- CPR/BLS certification (current)
- Proficiency with digital X-ray systems
- Experience with Open Dental practice management software
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
- Positive chair side manner with patients
- Knowledge of Missouri dental assistant scope of practice non EFDA
Responsibilities
- Chair side assisting for all dental procedures (4-handed dentistry)
- Instrument preparation, sterilization, and tray setup
- Dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Intraoral photography and documentation
- Oral evacuation (suction) during procedures
- Impression taking as directed by the dentist
- Topical anesthetic application
- Isolation techniques
- Retraction and cheek/lip management during procedures
- Temporary crown placement as directed by supervising dentist
- Patient education on post-op and home care instructions
- Oversee operatory readiness, supply levels, and daily flow
- Coordinate scheduling support between clinical and front desk
- Maintain OSHA and infection control compliance standards
- Manage sterilization area protocols and documentation
- Act as point of contact for clinical questions during procedures
- Track and reorder clinical supplies and materials
- Support a positive, patient-centered team culture
Benefits
- Competitive pay, dependent on experience
- Full-time schedule
- Health Stipend and dental benefits
- Paid time off / Paid Holidays, 401K Match
- Paid continuing education opportunities
- Uniform/scrub allowance
- Positive, team-driven work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
