Head Dental Assistant

Lane-; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay!

Quarterly Performance Bonus!

Employee Assistance Program!

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!

Fridays off at 2 PM!

Smile Squad volunteer opportunities!

Team events and celebrations!

Birthdays and Work Anniversary gifts

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry in Southern Pines, NC is seeking a Head Dental Assistant to support the dentist and supervise the clinical team, ensuring smooth daily operations.

You will manage inventory, train new team members, and serve as the OSHA and Radiation Safety Officer to uphold safety and compliance standards while delivering excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Certification (required).
• Valid North Carolina X-Ray Certification (required).
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee the day-to-day workflow of clinical staff.
• Place supply orders and monitor inventory usage to maintain proper stock levels.
• Follow established budget protocols and maintain supply expenses within office budget.
• Verify and submit all supply invoices to the Accounting Department.
• Verify and submit lab invoices; communicate effectively with dental labs as needed.
• Train, mentor, and support new clinical team members.
• Serve as the OSHA & Radiation Safety Officer, ensuring full compliance.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and Company Safety Policies & Procedures.
• Support the retrieval of 5-Star Google Reviews by promoting excellent patient experiences.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Perform all regular Chairside Dental Assistant duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organization

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Now Hiring : Head Dental Assistant - Southern Pines

ASSISTANT Full Time Southern Pine, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5975

At Lane & Associates Family Dentistry, we love to make our patients smile, and that starts with you! We are seeking a dedicated Head Dental Assistant who is responsible for supporting the dentist in delivering exceptional patient care while supervising the clinical team and ensuring smooth daily operations. This role includes managing clinical inventory, training new team members, and serving as the OSHA and Radiation Safety Officer to uphold all safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Daily, Weekly, and Monthly tasks include (but are not limited to):

Supervise and oversee the day-to-day workflow of clinical staff.

Place supply orders and monitor inventory usage to maintain proper stock levels.

Follow established budget protocols and maintain supply expenses within office budget.

Verify and submit all supply invoices to the Accounting Department.

Verify and submit lab invoices; communicate effectively with dental labs as needed.

Train, mentor, and support new clinical team members.

Serve as the OSHA & Radiation Safety Officer, ensuring full compliance.

Enforce OSHA regulations and Company Safety Policies & Procedures.

Support the retrieval of 5-Star Google Reviews by promoting excellent patient experiences.

Share clinical maintenance duties as required.

Perform all regular Chairside Dental Assistant duties.

Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills & Attributes

Strong leadership and communication abilities

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Ability to effectively manage and support clinical staff

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to anticipate the needs of both patients and the dentist

Professional appearance and demeanor

Job Requirements

• Dental Assistant Certification (required).
• Valid State of North Carolina X-Ray Certification (required).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• Competitive pay!
• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!
• Employee Assistance Program!
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!
• Fridays off at 2 PM!
• Volunteer opportunities with our Smile Squad to earn awesome prizes!
• Fun team events, giveaways & social campaigns year-round!
• Birthday and Work Anniversary surprises sent directly from our owners!