Lead Dental Assistant

Position Overview

Lead Dental Assistant – Department of Clinical Affairs, Texas A&M University Health Science Center – Dallas. Salary $23.66 hourly. Monday–Friday 8am‑5pm. On‑site in Dallas, Texas.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) years of experience as a registered dental assistant in private practice, clinic, or dental training program.
• CPR certified.
• Registered Dental Assistant license.

• Knowledge of basic infection control policies and procedures.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage supply and instrument inventory.
• Some college level courses or advanced educational courses in dental assisting.
• 3–5 years of experience as a lead dental assistant or expanded duty dental assistant.
• Supervisory experience.
• Advanced knowledge of dental terminology.

• Knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in dental care.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Knowledge of infectious control policies, aseptic techniques, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to operate dental radiographic equipment.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective listening and organizational skills.
• Ability to explain complex dental procedures and policies and follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines, and objectives.

• Chairside assistance: oversee student doctor operatory set‐up and breakdown; ensure compliance with COD infection control procedures.
• Assist student doctors and attending faculty during complex dental procedures.
• Record pertinent clinic data (blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, diagnostic aids, and other in‑treatment documentation).
• Provide patient information and detailed post‐operative care instructions to families.
• Review patient clinic schedule and work with attending faculty to ensure workflow optimization of dental assistants.
• Ensure student doctors with most complex procedures receive dental assistant support first.
• Perform other clinical duties delegated by faculty or staff dentists.
• Supervise and lead dental assisting staff in day‐to‐day patient care by reviewing schedules and organizing the team to maximize clinic efficiency.
• Train newly hired dental assistants; ensure they understand COD policies and procedures as they pertain to patient care.
• Establish performance goals and measure success of supervised employees.
• Serve as liaison between Clinical Affairs and program managers of various departments within the college.
• Coordinate and monitor clinic infection control and sterilization compliance as well as maintenance needs.
• Lead the team in performing routine equipment and operatory maintenance.
• Communicate operational or personnel issues with the Assistant Director.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.