Lead Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Continuing Education (CE Units)

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Paid time to volunteer in your local社区

Shift premium pay for weekends

Job summary

Warner Road Modern Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant Supervisor to lead and mentor the dental assistant team, optimize patient flow, and ensure adherence to clinical and safety standards.

You will oversee infection control, regulatory compliance, and team development, while maintaining supplies and supporting a high-quality patient experience at our Gilbert, AZ practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with state mandated certifications (e.g., coronal polish, x-ray exposure).
• Associate degree or 1-year certificate from an accredited college or tech school; or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret professional documents, safety rules, and regulations.
• Compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others and work as a team leader.

Responsibilities

• Train and coach dental assistants to maximize performance.
• Manage patient flow to optimize the patient experience and clinical day.
• Perform duties per state dental allowable functions.
• Develop the dental assistant team through learning plans and expanded skills.
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively.
• Oversee infection control, sterilization, and CDC guideline adherence.
• Maintain general and specialty supplies within budget constraints.
• Educate team on maintenance procedures and ensure timely execution.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching others

Reading comprehension

Regulatory compliance

Confidentiality

Education

GED or high school diploma

Associate degree or certificate in dental assisting

Job description

Now is the time to join Warner Road Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Train and coach all other dental assistants in order to ensure they can perform to their best ability Manage patient flow to maximize the experience for the patient as well as creating an efficient, effective day for the dentist
• Perform duties in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental allowable functions
• Develop the dental assistant team through support of learning plans and expansion of individual knowledge with regards to clinical technology and skill sets
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively
• Manage infection control, sterilization and disinfection processes for all products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines Maintain a clean and sterile workplace creating an atmosphere where your patients feel comfortable assist the doctors
• Maintain appropriate and adequate general and specialty clinical supply in the dental practice; while simultaneously remain fiscally responsible by adhering to the established budget
• Educate team on basic maintenance, as appropriate and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as business periodicals, professionals journals, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, State Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices)
• Ability to direct the work of others and work as a team leader in attainment of goals
• Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentially with employee records, compensation information, etc
• Ensure compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Continuing Education (CE Units)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.