Lead RDA: Mentor, Patient Care & Clinic Flow

Community Dental Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health (PPO/HSA)

Vision

Dental

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

CPR Certifications

Company Scrubs

Career Growth Opportunities

Online learning courses

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Community Dental Partners (Henderson Smiles) in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support dentists during treatments and oversee back-office functions. The role includes mentoring team members, improving patient flow, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

The position requires Texas RDA licensure, 4–5+ years of experience, and certifications in sealants/nitrous if available. Training will be provided for advanced procedures and cross-training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Texas RDAs with active credentialing.
• 4–5+ years of dental assisting experience required.
• Sealant placement, nitrous monitoring, coronal polishing certificates are preferred (if 2+ years, company provides courses).
• RCT, cord packing, denture adjustments, crown seat experience.
• Experience training team members and monitoring progress.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for exams, complete digital charting, verify codes.
• Capture quality x-ray images.
• Assist dentists with a variety of treatment procedures.
• Mentor and guide new and existing staff.
• Monitor back-office flow and sterilization standards.
• Discuss treatment options and follow-up care with patients.
• Provide teeth polishing and sealant placement (certifications required).
• Train staff on scheduling and patient care processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-starter

Mentoring abilities

Patient relations

Adaptable

Time management

Education

Texas Issued Registered Dental Assistant Licensing

Tools

Digital x-rays

Digital charting

Job description

Community Dental Partners (Henderson Smiles) in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support dentists during treatments and oversee back-office functions. The role includes mentoring team members, improving patient flow, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

The position requires Texas RDA licensure, 4–5+ years of experience, and certifications in sealants/nitrous if available. Training will be provided for advanced procedures and cross-training opportunities.