Lead Dental Assistant

Pds Health; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; 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

Volunteer time off

Shift premium for weekends

Job summary

Queen Creek Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking a dental office leadership professional to train and coach the dental assistant team, manage patient flow, and uphold CDC-compliant infection control standards.

You will develop staff through learning plans and integrate specialty assistants, while ensuring budget and supply management support smooth daily operations. A strong emphasis on confidentiality and regulatory compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with mandated state certification/licensure.
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or program; or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional documents and regulations.
• Maintain compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc).
• Ability to direct the work of others and lead a team to goals.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee records and compensation information.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Train and coach all dental assistants to ensure best performance.
• Manage patient flow to optimize the patient experience and dentist efficiency.
• Perform duties per state Dental allowable functions.
• Develop the dental assistant team through learning plans and knowledge expansion.
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team.
• Manage infection control, sterilization, and CDC guideline compliance.
• Maintain supplies and budget adherence across the practice.
• Educate team on maintenance procedures and ensure timely execution.

Skills

Team leadership

Train and coach

Reading comprehension

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Budget awareness

Communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate

State certs/licensure requirements

Job description

Description

Now is the time to join Queen Creek Smiles 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.

Overview

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.

Salary Information

$22.50-$31.50 / Hourly