Lead Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Dental Assistant - Redwood Dental of Madison Heights

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Redwood Dental of Madison Heights is looking for a Lead Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care, enjoys mentoring others, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

As our Lead Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our doctors, leading the clinical team, and ensuring exceptional patient care while maintaining efficient daily operations.

Schedule

• Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Rotating Saturdays off)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off and holiday pay
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Modern office with advanced technology
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and supervise the daily workflow of the dental assisting team.
• Mentor, train, and onboard new dental assistants.
• Coach team members to promote clinical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused work environment.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating clinical staff coverage to ensure efficient operations.

Patient Care & Clinical Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and create a comfortable, positive experience.
• Prepare treatment rooms and assist doctors with four-handed dentistry.
• Take diagnostic radiographs and intraoral images in accordance with state regulations.
• Review and update patient medical histories.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, post-operative instructions, and oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation.
• Assist with:
  • General and restorative dentistry
  • Crown and bridge procedures
  • Temporary crown fabrication
  • Endodontic procedures
  • Oral surgery and extractions
  • Dental implant procedures
  • Fixed and removable prosthodontics
  • Digital radiography and panoramic imaging
  • Intraoral scanning
  • Traditional and digital impressions

Clinical Operations

• Oversee sterilization and instrument processing while ensuring compliance with CDC, OSHA, and infection control standards.
• Ensure operatories are clean, organized, fully stocked, and ready for patient care.
• Track laboratory cases and coordinate timely delivery for scheduled appointments.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Help maintain an efficient clinical workflow throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of dental assisting experience
• Previous leadership or Lead Dental Assistant experience preferred
• Dental Assisting Certification preferred
• Current Michigan X-ray Certification required
• Strong knowledge of general dentistry, infection control, sterilization procedures, and OSHA/CDC guidelines
• Experience with Dentrix preferred
• Experience with digital dentistry and intraoral scanning is a plus

Desired Skills

We're looking for someone who is:

• A confident leader with strong mentoring and coaching abilities
• Highly organized with exceptional time management skills
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, dependable, and solution-oriented
• Detail-oriented with excellent clinical judgment
• A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with patients and team members
• Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
• Adaptable and committed to continuous improvement

If you're ready to join a practice that values teamwork, leadership, and exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Redwood Dental of Madison Heights team!