CTHCA Lead Dental Assistant (TM-49481)
About The Position
Lead Dental Assistance performs as a senior clinical team member, combining expert patient care which includes but is not limited to: taking X-rays, sterilizing instruments, and assisting in procedures with administrative oversight, mentoring staff, managing schedules, and ordering inventory. Performs both basic and advanced chairside dental assisting under the direction of a dentist to support efficient dental team operations and enhance delivery of culturally appropriate dental services to the communities served. The Lead Dental Assistant will perform their job duties in a professional manner while assuring that all the needs of the patients are met with a pleasant demeanor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification—state-level or IHS-recognized course completion.
- State dental assistant registration or permit as applicable.
- Two (2) years experience as a basic Dental Assistant and the ability to perform four-handed dentistry.
- One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
- HIPAA Certificate within initial 90 days of employment.
- Ability to understand, speak, communicate and read the English language.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lead teams and provide clear and concise directions and feedback professionally.
- Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, sterilization processes, and equipment.
- Physical ability to perform demanding tasks.
- Commitment to safety and following health guidelines.
- Ability to communicate professionally in written, verbal, and non-verbal format while portraying a friendly tone, word choice, and body language.
- Ability to take initiative and be proactive in the duties of the position in order to meet mandated deadlines and to comply with goals and objectives.
- Possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance (if required).
Nice To Haves
- Tribal Member and Indian Preference will apply; preference will also be given to honorably discharged veterans who are minimally qualified.
Responsibilities
- Perform expert patient care, including taking X-rays, sterilizing instruments, and assisting in procedures.
- Provide administrative oversight.
- Mentor staff.
- Manage schedules.
- Order inventory.
- Perform basic and advanced chairside dental assisting.
- Support efficient dental team operations.
- Enhance delivery of culturally appropriate dental services.
- Perform job duties in a professional manner.
- Ensure patient needs are met with a pleasant demeanor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
