Registered Dental Assistant Lead
About The Position
The Lead Registered Dental Assistant oversees daily clinical operations and supports the dental team in delivering high-quality patient care. The role assists the dentist or periodontist during dental procedures, coordinates staff assignments, ensures compliance with infection-control and safety regulations, and helps maintain an efficient, organized, and patient-centered dental practice. The position combines clinical assistance with team leadership, operational coordination, compliance, and patient service. Clinical work includes supporting routine dental procedures, periodontal surgery, dental implant placement, and specialty treatments; preparing treatment rooms and supplies; performing duties within the scope of California RDA licensure; and maintaining accurate patient records and infection-control practices.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist or periodontist during routine dental procedures, periodontal surgery, dental implant placement, and other specialty treatments.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and surgical supplies.
- Perform dental radiography, periodontal charting, and other clinical duties within the scope of California RDA licensure.
- Maintain proper sterilization, disinfection, and infection-control protocols.
- Review and update patient medical histories and clinical records.
- Provide preoperative and postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of dental assistants.
- Train, mentor, and support new and existing team members.
- Delegate duties appropriately and monitor workflow to ensure efficient patient care.
- Assist with staff scheduling, coverage, and daily clinical assignments.
- Conduct team huddles and communicate important clinical updates.
- Promote teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and a positive work environment.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, infection-control requirements, and applicable dental board regulations.
- Monitor sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance, and clinical supply inventory.
- Maintain adequate stock of dental materials, instruments, and surgical supplies.
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical efficiency and patient experience.
- Assist with clinical documentation, quality assurance, and office protocols.
- Communicate with the dentist, office manager, specialists, and referring offices as needed.
- Deliver compassionate, professional, and respectful patient care.
- Help patients understand treatment procedures and postoperative instructions.
- Address patient concerns promptly and communicate clinical questions to the dentist.
- Support timely appointments, smooth patient flow, and a positive patient experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
