Lead Dental Assistant: Tech-Driven Leader with 4-Day Week

Imagen Dental Partners; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $25–$30/hr starting

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Medical, vision, life and disability

Wellness programs

Family and pet benefits

Job summary

Gresham Smile Designs is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to elevate patient care and grow leadership capabilities. You will mentor teammates, manage back-office operations, and implement new technologies while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role requires 5 years as a Dental Assistant, valid radiology/CPR/RDA credentials, and experience with Dentrix or Denticon. This on-site position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• State-required certifications (Radiology, CPR, RDA/RDAEF) are desirable.
• Experience with Dentrix or Denticon is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead back-office operations and supervise lab work and sterilization.
• Mentor and train staff; run effective team meetings.
• Ensure OSHA/HIPAA compliance and safe environment.
• Support doctor and leadership to resolve daily operations issues.
• Assist with ordering dental supplies with Operations Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Radiology Certification

CPR

RDA or RDAEF

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Tools

Dentrix

Denticon

Job description

Gresham Smile Designs is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to elevate patient care and grow leadership capabilities. You will mentor teammates, manage back-office operations, and implement new technologies while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role requires 5 years as a Dental Assistant, valid radiology/CPR/RDA credentials, and experience with Dentrix or Denticon. This on-site position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.