Lead Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Continuing Education (CE Units)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time off

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Mesa Grand Dental Group + Mesa Grand Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics seeks a capable dental operations leader to train staff, manage patient flow, and uphold infection control standards. You will implement learning plans, integrate specialty assistants, and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and state regulations while maintaining supplies within budget.

The role requires strong leadership, meticulous attention to regulatory detail, and a commitment to a positive patient experience in a busy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with state-mandated certification/licensure (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure).
• Associates degree or 1-year certificate from an accredited college/technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as journals, manuals, and safety rules.
• Maintain compliance with State and Federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.).
• Direct the work of others and act as a team leader to achieve goals.
• Handle and maintain confidential employee records and compensation data.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Train and coach dental assistants to maximize performance.
• Manage patient flow to optimize the patient and dentist experience.
• Perform duties per state dental functions.
• Develop the assistant team through learning plans and skill expansion.
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team.
• Oversee infection control, sterilization, and CDC-aligned processes.
• Maintain dental supplies within budget and budgetary constraints.
• Educate team on maintenance procedures and timely execution.

Skills

Leadership / team leadership

Communication

Compliance & regulations

Reading & interpretation of documents

Confidentiality management

Education

Associates degree or certificate

GED or high school diploma plus state-required courses

Job description

Now is the time to join Mesa Grand Dental Group + Mesa Grand Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics. 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.

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

Compensation Information

$22.75-$31.50 / Hourly

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