Lead Dental Assistant & Clinic Supervisor

OVP Health Care; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

OVP Health Care is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to greet patients, activate files, and move through a scheduled plan of care in a dentist's office. The role includes supervising Dental Assistants and performing a full range of clinical and clerical duties with appropriate supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and CODA-accredited dental assisting program. Strong infection control, instrument handling, and patient communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a CODA-accredited 1-year dental assistant program.
• Strong knowledge of instruments, materials, and standard dental procedures.
• Proficiency with electronic dental records.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage their flow through the appointment schedule.
• Prepare operatory, assist with procedures, and maintain four-handed dentistry.
• Support providers in routine general and specialty dental procedures.
• Pass instruments safely and keep the operatory clean and organized.
• Manage patient records, consent forms, and insurance information.
• Supervise Dental Assistants and assist with supplies ordering.

Skills

Oral anatomy knowledge

Dental instruments knowledge

Vital signs interpretation

Patient education

Dental imaging capability

Electronic dental records data entry

Dental lab procedures

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CODA-accredited 1-year dental assistant program

Job description

OVP Health Care is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to greet patients, activate files, and move through a scheduled plan of care in a dentist's office. The role includes supervising Dental Assistants and performing a full range of clinical and clerical duties with appropriate supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and CODA-accredited dental assisting program. Strong infection control, instrument handling, and patient communication are essential.