Lead Dental Assistant

Health Marketing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Marketing is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support high-quality, patient-centered care in a modern, multi-specialty practice. You will provide chairside assistance across general, cosmetic, orthodontic, pediatric, periodontal, and emergency procedures, ensuring clean, prepared treatment rooms and accurate charting.

The role emphasizes infection control, instrument sterilization, and collaboration with front office to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Proficient in dental assisting across multiple specialties.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols and sterilization processes.
• Proficient in taking and processing dental X-rays and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance for general, cosmetic, orthodontic, pediatric, periodontal, and emergency procedures.
• Oversee daily clinical flow and coordinate with front office to maintain smooth operations.
• Prepare treatment rooms, ensure proper setup and organize clinical area.
• Sterilize and manage instruments and supplies to support safety and compliance.
• Take and process X-rays and update patient charts.
• Educate patients on care and adherence to treatment.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

X-ray proficiency

Patient communication

Leadership

Coordination

Job description

to support high-quality, patient-centered care in a modern, multi-specialty practice.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance for general, cosmetic, orthodontic, pediatric, periodontal, and emergency procedures
• Oversee daily clinical flow and coordinate with the front office to maintain smooth operations
• Prepare treatment rooms, ensure proper setup for procedures, and maintain an organized clinical area
• Sterilize and manage instruments and supplies to support safety and compliance
• Take and process X-rays
• Update dental charts and maintain accurate patient records
• Educate patients on care and support adherence to treatment recommendations
• Mentor and guide other assistants; help optimize efficiency and productivity

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of dental assisting procedures across multiple specialties
• Experience with infection control, sterilization, and equipment handling
• Proficiency with X-rays and accurate documentation
• Excellent patient communication and leadership/mentoring ability
• Strong coordination skills to support clinical and administrative teamwork