Lead Registered Dental Assistant RDA

Cassandra Dentique LLC; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Training

Development

Job summary

Cassandra Dentique LLC in Paramus, NJ seeks an experienced Lead RDA to manage daily clinical assisting, back-office operations, and lab coordination. You will guide Dental Assistants, ensure treatment planning accuracy, and maintain high patient care standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, efficiency, and collaboration with Front Office to optimize scheduling and patient experience. NJ licensure and radiography certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active RDA/EFDA license in good standing.
• NJ radiographic certification to expose dental X-rays.
• Experience with digital scanning/imaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform all clinical assisting duties per RDA/EFDA licensure.
• Prepare patients and rooms for procedures.
• Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos.
• Support doctor during procedures and contribute to treatment planning.
• Ensure accurate treatment documentation.
• Manage sterilization protocols and OSHA standards.
• Oversee lab coordination with laboratories and track lab cases.
• Maintain block scheduling templates to support production flow.
• Lead and mentor Dental Assistants and ensure daily checklists are completed.

Skills

RDA/EFDA licensure

Leadership & mentoring

Strong communication

Digital radiographs

Dental software proficiency

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Dexis

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Wonderful cutting edge private practice in Paramus, NJ seeking experienced RDA. 2 enthusiastic, trusted and highly regarded Dr's with a fantastic staff.

The Lead RDA is a working clinical leadership role responsible for executing daily clinical assisting responsibilities while overseeing the overall efficiency, flow, and success of back‑office operations. This individual serves as the primary clinical assistant while guiding and leading all team Dental Assistants.

The Lead RDA ensures treatment planning accuracy, room readiness, inventory control, block scheduling adherence, and seamless coordination with the Front Office. This role keeps the doctor one step ahead of appointments while maintaining exceptional patient experience and clinical standards.

Core Responsibilities

Daily Clinical Execution

• Perform all clinical assisting duties per RDA/EFDA licensure
• Prepare patients and rooms for procedures with full readiness
• Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos
• Support doctor during procedures (instrumentation, charting, treatment planning, expanded duties)
• Ensure detailed and accurate treatment documentation
• Manage sterilization protocols exceeding OSHA standards
• Serve as liaison to dental laboratories and manage lab case tracking and vendor relationships
• Ensure lab cases are tracked, communicated, and ready for patient appointments
• Maintain and respect block scheduling templates to support production flow

Clinical Operations Oversight

• Oversee all back‑office flow and appointment timing
• Ensure rooms are fully set up in advance and turned over efficiently
• Manage clinical inventory and supply systems
• Monitor adherence to block scheduling for doctor and hygiene
• Ensure procedures are completed within timed guidelines
• Anticipate doctor needs and remain one step ahead of appointments

Treatment Planning & Case Flow Leadership

• Strong knowledge of treatment planning and sequencing
• Ensure accurate charting of treatment discussions and options
• Provide detailed patient updates to Front Office for scheduling alignment
• Ensure proper baton passes and appointment coordination
• Align scheduling flow with clinical readiness and block scheduling templates

Leadership of Dental Assistants

• Guide and mentor all Dental Assistants
• Ensure daily clinical checklists are completed accurately
• Delegate responsibilities while maintaining accountability
• Provide coaching and performance feedback
• Maintain high clinical standards and team morale

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Liaise with Front Office to ensure seamless patient handoffs
• Communicate schedule adjustments clearly and proactively
• Not directly assigned to hygiene but expected to proactively offer assistance when needed
• Participate in morning huddles and provide patient readiness updates

Professional Competencies

• Advanced multitasking ability in fast‑paced clinical environment
• Ability to complete tasks independently and provide proactive updates without repeated follow‑up
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented
• Leadership presence with accountability mindset
• Dentrix Ascend software proficiency; Dexis

Licensure Requirements

• Active RDA/EFDA license in good standing
• Current state certification/license to expose dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Experience and certification (if required by state) for digital scanning and imaging systems

New Jersey Licensure Requirements

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in the State of New Jersey in good standing
• New Jersey Radiologic Technologist (Dental Radiography) license required to expose dental X-rays
• Experience with digital scanning/imaging systems and any required NJ certifications

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