Dental Assistant Licensed Lead
Core
Leads clinical operations of a dental clinic, supervising staff and students while performing advanced chairside assistance and licensed dental functions.
Role type
Licensed Dental Assistant Lead
Builds
Efficient clinical workflow and patient care delivery
Domain
Healthcare / Dentistry
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
NYS Licensed Dental Assistant, clinical operations management, staff training, infection control compliance, inventory management, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
3+ years dental assistant experience, operating room experience, dental terminology knowledge, computer proficiency
Technologies
Dental unit preparation systems, clinic management software
Responsibilities
Provide direction and technical guidance to dental assistant staff and students; coordinate clinic activities, assignments, and resources; oversee inventory of equipment, instruments, and supplies; ensure operatory compliance with infection control and safety regulations; train and onboard new staff; monitor quality control data and provide feedback on employee performance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with leadership duties