Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Job Title:
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Department: Operations
Reports to: Dental Practice Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation Information: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

Pro Smile is the fastest growing dental organization on the East Coast and Midwest. Our premier DSO is led by world class dentists who understand what highly skilled dentists and dental professionals need to grow a practice while focusing on delivering the best-in-class clinical care to their patients. We offer up-to-date equipment and technology, experienced and friendly staff, and dentists who truly care about their patients, as well as competitive pay and, where applicable, a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), training, and career growth opportunities.

As the Lead Registered Dental Assistant you will assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to, taking directions from the doctor, anticipating the doctor's needs. Other duties are as outlined below.

• Ensure the efficient operation of the office by overseeing patient flow and managing the scheduling of Chairside Dental Assistants in collaboration with the Office Manager.
• Understand and monitor the responsibilities of clinical staff, recognizing performance and implementing procedures in conjunction with the Office Manager, Dental Director, and Regional Director.
• Maintain accurate inventory and supplies for clinical and laboratory materials, ensuring proper procedures are followed and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Lubricate and maintain handpieces and ensure all sterilization equipment functions properly.
• Delegate responsibilities to the Assistant Clinical Coordinator (if assigned) and chairside Dental Assistants, providing evaluations and following up on assignments.
• Report any issues regarding supplies, instruments, or equipment to the Office Manager, Dental Director, and Regional Director.
• Match lab receipts and invoices with lab cases, ensuring proper logging and forwarding to the Comptroller’s office, and confirm that lab slips are signed.
• Review and update the Emergency First Aid Kit every three months and maintain logs for disinfectant solution changes.
• Check the status of nitrous and oxygen tanks, dental equipment, and operatories, ensuring everything is in working order.
• Address patient inquiries regarding safety, sterilization, and instruments, and be prepared to assist with related questions.
• Ensure all dental and sterilization equipment is turned off at the end of the day and submit weekly repair and equipment lists to Corporate.
• Place timely orders for supplies and assist the Office Manager with additional tasks as needed.
• Complexity:
  
  The position involves having the expertise to anticipate the patient's and the Provider's needs

• Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work:
  • For NJ
    - Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license
  • For MD
    - Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license
  • For PA
    - Radiation Health and Safety certificate
• Certified Dental Assistant certificate required
• Registered Dental Assistant License required
• CPR/BLS certification
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excell
• One or more years DA experience

At Pro Smile, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We offer the following benefits for Full Time Benefits Eligible Positions (35+ hours per week) and Part Time Benefits Eligible Positions (30-35 hours per week):

• Medical Insurance
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  Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks.
• Dental Insurance: Met Life plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options.
• Vision Insurance
  :
  Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
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  Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care, and healthcare expenses.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
• Additional Perks:
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