Lead Dental Assistant

Imagen Dental Partners; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $25–$30/hr starting

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Medical, vision, life and disability

Wellness programs

Family and pet benefits

Job summary

Gresham Smile Designs is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to elevate patient care and grow leadership capabilities. You will mentor teammates, manage back-office operations, and implement new technologies while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role requires 5 years as a Dental Assistant, valid radiology/CPR/RDA credentials, and experience with Dentrix or Denticon. This on-site position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• State-required certifications (Radiology, CPR, RDA/RDAEF) are desirable.
• Experience with Dentrix or Denticon is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead back-office operations and supervise lab work and sterilization.
• Mentor and train staff; run effective team meetings.
• Ensure OSHA/HIPAA compliance and safe environment.
• Support doctor and leadership to resolve daily operations issues.
• Assist with ordering dental supplies with Operations Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Radiology Certification

CPR

RDA or RDAEF

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Tools

Dentrix

Denticon

Job description

General Overview

Lead Dental Assistant

At Gresham Smile Designs, we're seeking an exceptional Lead Dental Assistant who is ready to elevate patient care and grow their leadership career! Are you passionate about creating remarkable dental experiences, supporting your team, and helping patients feel comfortable and cared for? If so, we'd love to meet you.

We're more than just a dental practice—we're a modern, technology-driven team committed to clinical excellence, professional growth, and an outstanding patient experience. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced dental technology, mentor fellow team members, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.

What we’ll offer you:

• A compensation package,starting at $25-30 per/hour based on experience
• 401(k) plan with a match
• PTO and holidays
• Medical, vision, life insurance and disability plans, as well as wellness programs
• Benefits and perks for you, your family and even your pets!

Schedule:

You will be thrilled to know that we work 4 days per week, and NO WEEKENDS!

• Monday: 6:45am - 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 6:45am - 5:00pm
• Wednesday: 6:45am - 4:00pm
• Thursday: 5:45am - 3:00pm
• Friday: Off

Responsibilities

As part of our team you will be responsible for the following (not limited to):

• Patients are our number one priority, and we always want to do what is best for them.
• Be knowledgeable of existing and emerging technologies and clinical initiatives that impact the back-office experience.
• Actively monitor lab materials and supplies.
• Follow all OSHA/HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise and monitor lab work, sterilization, x-ray protocols, chairside assisting, and new technology (Cerec, CBCT, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and team.
• Drive team excellence by leading dynamic staff meetings, delivering impactful training that empowers your colleagues, and pioneering innovative problem-solving strategies that elevate our entire practice.
• Collaborate with the doctor and other team leaders on resolving conflicts that affect daily operations.
• Support of the overall goals and strategies, per the Annual Plan.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to complete ordering of dental supplies

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience working as a Dental Assistant
• High school diploma or GED.
• Other certifications as required by the state, as an example: Radiology Certification, CPR, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF), etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Dental Softwares as Dentrix or Denticon
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.