Lead Dental Assistant — Patient-Centric Team Leader

Friendly Dental Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Friendly Dental Group in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) to join our private practice, focusing on leadership, chairside support, and efficient patient flow within a supportive clinical team.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years as a dental assistant, valid CPR/BLS, NC x-ray certification, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges $23–$28 per hour, with benefits including health, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a dental assistant.
• Valid CPR/BLS Certification.
• Qualified to expose x-rays in NC.
• Coronal Polishing certification preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting chairside during dental procedures.
• Lead and support clinical team workflow throughout the day.
• Take and process digital x-rays.
• Maintain accurate patient charting and clinical records.
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring proper room turnover.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Monitor and help manage dental supplies and inventory.
• Assist with training and supporting team members as needed.
• Help ensure smooth daily office operations and patient flow.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Assist in inventory management and ordering dental supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Dental experience

CPR/BLS

X-ray exposure NC

Coronal Polishing

Communication

Organization

Job description

Friendly Dental Group in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) to join our private practice, focusing on leadership, chairside support, and efficient patient flow within a supportive clinical team.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years as a dental assistant, valid CPR/BLS, NC x-ray certification, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges $23–$28 per hour, with benefits including health, dental, and 401(k).