Lead Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Team Leader

Sonrava; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DentalWorks in Florida is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant focused on outstanding patient care and precise clinical support. You will assist doctors with procedures, handle radiographs, and help manage patient flow in a fast-paced practice.

Ideal candidates bring strong customer service, teamwork, and organizational skills, with radiography and dental assisting certifications. OSHA/HIPAA training and CPR are valued, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Radiography certification required.
• Dental Assistant certification as required by state, or ability to become certified.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Nitrous oxide/Oxygen analgesia certification preferred.
• Annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with chair-side support and patient-first focus.
• Be present and ready to work at assigned shifts.
• Assist doctor and hygienist with procedures and anticipate needs.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs.
• Review patient charts and transcribe notes.
• Prepare equipment and operatory per guidelines.
• Help maintain schedule and patient flow.
• Educate patients and address questions or concerns.
• Demonstrate teamwork to deliver an extraordinary patient experience.
• Coordinate with staff to schedule follow-ups and track lab cases.
• Monitor supplies and order using approved formulary.
• Promote practice services and retail products.
• Complete checklists and participate in daily huddles.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA and OSHA policies.

Skills

Chair-side support

Customer service

Teamwork

Organization

Multi-tasking

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification

CPR certification

Nitrous oxide monitor certification

OSHA & HIPAA training

Job description

DentalWorks in Florida is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant focused on outstanding patient care and precise clinical support. You will assist doctors with procedures, handle radiographs, and help manage patient flow in a fast-paced practice.

Ideal candidates bring strong customer service, teamwork, and organizational skills, with radiography and dental assisting certifications. OSHA/HIPAA training and CPR are valued, with opportunities for growth within the organization.