Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Reports to:

Practice Manager, Regional Manager
Key Partnerships:
Operations, Clinical, Support Center
Department:
Operations
Salary: $22/hr (based on experience)
Classification:
Non-Except
Status:
Full-Time

The Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is responsible for supporting the Dentist during treatments, exams, and treatment discussions with patients. This position will oversee back‑office functions, flow, and efficiency. Lead RDAs are required to mentor, train and guide new and existing team members, as well as grow and challenge themselves.

• Greet and prepare patients for exams, complete digital charting, and verify codes with precision.
• Capture quality x‑ray images.
• Assist dentists with a variety of treatment procedures.
• Able to assist with RCTs, Cord Packing, Crown Seat, Denture adjustments, and other complex treatments.
• Familiar with sedation treatments, including treatment information, post‑care, and monitoring. (Additional training provided)
• Delegate and support setting up and sterilizing exam and treatment rooms.
• Discuss treatment options, importance, and follow up recommended care.
• Provide teeth polishing and sealant placement procedure (with required certifications).
• Teach team members how to schedule appointments, treat, and care for patients.
• Delegate sterilization of instruments and follow cross‑contamination standards.
• Be willing to jump in and support team members as needed.
• Create positive and uplifting patient environments by patient engagement before, during, and after visits.
• Discuss areas of improvement with the dentist and office manager.
• Manage patient flow and improve the overall process to streamline patient visits.
• Monitor staff and dentist time management to maximize patient care.
• Guide parents and patients through post‑care instructions.
• Assist patients with company‑provided prizes and dismissal.
• Understand and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
• Train and monitor new team members and externs.
• Complete inventory orders and act in accordance with office budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Texas‑issued Registered Dental Assistant licensing.
• 4–5+ years of Dental Assisting experience.
• Sealant Placement, Nitrous Monitoring, and Coronal Polishing certifications preferred (if 2+ years of experience, the company provides courses).
• Experience with RCT, Cord Packing, Denture Adjustments, and Crown Seat.
• Experience with training team members and monitoring progress.
• Experience with conducting challenging conversations.
• Proficiency in digital x‑rays and digital charting.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, self‑starter, and demonstrate initiative.
• Flexible and innovative; highly adaptable to a dynamic business environment.
• High engagement; supportive of leadership and a role model for company values and guiding behaviors.
• Strong demonstration of task completion and dedication to detail.
• Team player and great interpersonal skills.
• Prompt and timely with work schedule.
• Amazing customer service skills, great at building relationships with new people.
• Open to cross‑training opportunities and learning new job skills.
• Inspiring leadership skills and mentoring abilities.
• Excited for new challenges and growth opportunities.

• 401(k)
• Health (PPO/HSA), Vision, Dental
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee, spouse, and child life insurance options
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Hep B and CPR certifications
• Career growth opportunities
• Company‑provided online learning courses
• Competitive compensation
• Paid training
• Employee fun days
• Holiday celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks at work, employee discount program

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