Lead Dental Assistant

Imagen Dental Partners; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Pet benefits

Job summary

Mountain Park Dentistry is seeking an exceptional Lead Dental Assistant to guide our clinical team and deliver an outstanding patient experience. If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and creating an efficient, positive clinical environment, we'd love to meet you.

As our Lead Dental Assistant, you'll support the doctor, mentor team members, maintain clinical standards, and help ensure each day runs smoothly and efficiently, while embracing our

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience required.
• Lead Dental Assistant experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and clinical excellence.
• Experience with digital dentistry and modern dental technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the dental assisting team
• Mentor and train new and existing team members
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on patient care
• Assist with clinical workflows and daily scheduling efficiencies
• Ensure treatment rooms, supplies, and equipment are organized and maintained
• Support the doctor in delivering high-quality care and an excellent patient experience
• Help implement and uphold clinical protocols and best practices
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

Skills

Lead Dental Assistant

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organization

Tools

Cerec

CBCT

Job description

General Overview

Lead Dental Assistant

Join the Team at Mountain Park Dentistry

Mountain Park Dentistry is seeking an exceptional Lead Dental Assistant to help guide our clinical team and deliver an outstanding patient experience. If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and creating an efficient, positive clinical environment, we'd love to meet you.

We're more than just a dental practice. We're a technology-driven team committed to clinical excellence, professional growth, and exceptional patient care. As our Lead Dental Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the doctor, mentoring team members, maintaining clinical standards, and helping ensure each day runs smoothly and efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support the dental assisting team
• Mentor and train new and existing team members
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on patient care
• Assist with clinical workflows and daily scheduling efficiencies
• Ensure treatment rooms, supplies, and equipment are organized and maintained
• Support the doctor in delivering high-quality care and an excellent patient experience
• Help implement and uphold clinical protocols and best practices
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation

• $26.00-$30.00 per hour DOE
• $750 Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Benefits and perks for you, your family, and even your pets

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 4-Day Work Week
• No Weekends

Schedule

Practice Hours

• Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What We're Looking For

• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Lead Dental Assistant experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passion for mentoring and developing others
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and clinical excellence
• Experience with digital dentistry and modern dental technology is a plus

Why Mountain Park Dentistry?

At Mountain Park Dentistry, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patients and your team. We value leadership, collaboration, and continuous growth, and we're committed to helping our team members build rewarding, long-term careers.

Responsibilities

• Patients are our number one priority, and we always want to do what is best for them.
• Encourage efficient and office-focused use of time and discussions.
• 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.
• Follow all OSHA/HIPAA guidelines.
• Engage and foster patients through a positive experience.
• Engage in the Spear Analytics Platform, Action Center, My Day, and Weekly/Monthly Reports to be accountable for the systems involved in the back-office experience.
• Supervise and monitor lab work, sterilization, x-ray protocols, chairside assisting, and new technology (Cerec, CBCT, etc.)

Qualifications

• What We’re Looking For
• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Leadership experience or a desire to grow into a leadership role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail
• Positive attitude with a patient-first approach
• Ability to mentor and support team members
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care

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.