Lead Dental Assistant

PDS Health•Phoenix, AZ

16d

About The Position

Marketplace Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to help develop and support the dental assistant team while contributing to an efficient, patient-focused dental practice. The role includes training and coaching dental assistants, managing patient flow, supporting doctors, and maintaining clinical supplies and equipment. The Lead Dental Assistant must perform duties within applicable state dental regulations and ensure compliance with relevant company policies and governmental requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus training courses required by the applicable state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and professional publications, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
Ability to direct others’ work and lead a team toward goals.
Ability to handle and maintain strict confidentiality of employee records, compensation information, and other sensitive information.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, including OSHA, State Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, and DOL requirements.

Responsibilities

Train and coach dental assistants so they can perform to their best ability.
Manage patient flow to support a positive patient experience and an efficient day for the dentist.
Perform duties in accordance with the applicable state’s allowable dental functions.
Support dental assistants’ learning plans and expand their knowledge of clinical technology and skills.
Integrate specialty dental assistants effectively into the team.
Manage infection control, sterilization, and disinfection processes for products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with CDC guidelines.
Maintain a clean and sterile workplace that helps patients feel comfortable, and assist the doctors.
Maintain adequate general and specialty clinical supplies while adhering to the established budget.
Educate the team on basic maintenance, as appropriate, and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulations.