Lead Dental Assistant

Enable Dental; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Enable Dental is seeking a Clinical Team Manager to lead a mobile dental practice delivering care to patients directly in their homes or care facilities. This role combines leadership, operational management, and clinical support, providing a unique opportunity to effect real change in dental care accessibility for underserved communities. With a focus on innovation and accountability, the position offers significant career growth potential in a rapidly expanding organization.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dental experience required.
• Experience with mobile dentistry or healthcare is a plus.
• Familiarity with dental practice management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mobile dental team operations and patient experiences.
• Assist the doctor chairside as needed.
• Travel daily to patient locations with the team.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Goal-Oriented

Innovation

Adaptability

Education

State-Level Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

Tired of the same four walls? Ready to step into a leadership role that goes beyond the traditional dental office? At Enable Dental, we’re on a mission to redefine access to high-quality dental care—and we need a rockstar Clinical Team Manager to drive excellence in our mobile practice.

ABOUT ENABLE DENTAL

Enable Dental is redefining dental care by bringing high-quality, comprehensive services directly to those who need it most—patients in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing homes, and individuals unable to visit a traditional office. By combining cutting-edge mobile healthcare technology with a compassionate, skilled team, we’re improving oral health outcomes and enhancing quality of life for thousands of patients.

As a rapidly growing, mission-driven company, we foster a high-performance culture where innovation, accountability, and teamwork drive everything we do. If you're looking for a career with purpose and growth potential, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

As a Clinical Team Manager, you’ll be the backbone of a high-performing mobile dental team—consisting of a Dentist or Hygienist and a Dental Assistant—delivering care directly to patients in their homes or care facilities. Just like an office manager in a traditional practice, you’ll be responsible for seamless operations, top-tier patient experiences, and ensuring compliance, all while managing scheduling and stakeholder interactions.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Lead with Impact – Oversee your mobile dental team, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and an outstanding patient experience.
• Own Your Success – Run your team like a business, with the autonomy and support to make real decisions.
• Make a Difference – Help bring best-in-class dental care directly to patients, improving lives and communities.
• Grow with Us – Be part of an innovative, fast-scaling company with big opportunities for career advancement.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education & Experience:

• 5+ years of dental experience
• Active State-Level Dental Assistant Certification (a plus)
• Clinical chairside assisting experience (a plus)
• Experience with mobile dentistry or healthcare (a plus)
• Familiarity with dental practice management software

Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional communication & organizational skills
• World-class customer service – comfortable interacting with patients, power of attorneys, and facility managers
• Passion for innovation & adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment
• Goal-oriented – skilled at motivating teams to maximize production & productivity

Job Requirements:

• Travel daily with your team to patient locations
• Ability to step in and assist the doctor chairside as needed Manage the success of the day and willing to support the team clinically as state regulations allow
• Able to lift and transport dental equipment & supplies
• Must be able to drive a company van, hold a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record

This isn’t just another office manager role—it’s an opportunity to disrupt the industry, lead with purpose, and grow with a company that’s redefining dental care. Ready to make your mark? Apply now!

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off

Base Compensation: $75,000-85,000 year