Dental Clinic Operations Coordinator & Training Lead

The Institute for Family Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Family Health seeks a Clinical Coordinator with Dental Assistant background and managerial experience to oversee the Dental Clinic operations, scheduling, and infection control policies. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities cover training, performance evaluations, front desk tasks when needed, and coordination with dental leadership to keep the clinic running smoothly and safely.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Dental Assistant with managerial experience.
• Experience supervising dental office staff and schedules.
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee chair-side assisting, sterilization, and radiograph policies.
• Train and supervise staff; manage staff performance evaluations.
• Maintain sterilization logbooks and infection control records.
• Coordinate weekly clinical staffing schedules and front desk tasks.
• Monitor inventory, equipment maintenance, and CQI projects.
• Ensure compliance with Article 28 and Joint Commission.

Skills

Dental assistant certification

Supervisory experience

Training experience

OSHA compliance knowledge

4-handed dentistry competence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Job description

The Institute for Family Health seeks a Clinical Coordinator with Dental Assistant background and managerial experience to oversee the Dental Clinic operations, scheduling, and infection control policies. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities cover training, performance evaluations, front desk tasks when needed, and coordination with dental leadership to keep the clinic running smoothly and safely.