Lead Dental Assistant — Clinical Lead & Trainer

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Stati Uniti; In loco; USD 50.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Lead Dental Assistant at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs collaborates with the clinic supervisor or Chief, Dental Service to assign work, review performance, and ensure a smooth patient flow.

This role provides training to staff dental assistants and trainees and supports department programs and scheduling. Qualifications include six months related experience or CODA-accredited dental assistant training, radiologic certification, and consideration of basic life support.

Competenze

• Six months experience demonstrating ability to perform the work or familiarity with the work.
• Successful completion of a 1-year CODA-accredited dental assistant program.
• Certification requirements for radiologic procedures per 42 CFR Part 75 (DANB or approved equivalents).
• Basic life support certification desired.
• DANB certification required for positions above full performance.

Mansioni

• Monitor and assign work in collaboration with supervisor/Chief Dental Service.
• Provide input on performance and staff training.
• Ensure efficient flow of patient care and reduce redundancies.
• May approve brief periods of leave and oversee staff training.
• Assist in program development, outcomes, planning, and scheduling.

Conoscenze

Advanced dental assisting knowledge

Coordinate clinical workflow

Training staff

Liaison with supervisor

Oversight and consultation

Formazione

CODA-accredited 1-year dental assistant program

Descrizione del lavoro

The Lead Dental Assistant at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs collaborates with the clinic supervisor or Chief, Dental Service to assign work, review performance, and ensure a smooth patient flow.

This role provides training to staff dental assistants and trainees and supports department programs and scheduling. Qualifications include six months related experience or CODA-accredited dental assistant training, radiologic certification, and consideration of basic life support.