Dental Assistant

Job Description Job Description Dental Assistant - Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support Position Overview The Dental Assistant - Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support role is designed for a highly experienced assistant with strong clinical expertise and the ability to support advanced procedures while contributing to production growth and efficient workflows. This position plays a key role in maintaining a high-performing clinical environment through multi-column support, specialty assisting, mentorship, and patient advocacy. Key Responsibilities Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting ● Provide chairside assistance for general, restorative, surgical, and orthodontic procedures ● Support and assist with clear correct cases and perform clinical adjustments including crowns, dentures, and occlusal guards ● Ensure efficient operatory setup, breakdown, and turnover to maintain consistent patient flow Production & Scheduling Support ● Collaborate with providers to strategically schedule procedures and support daily production goals ● Independently manage a second column to improve efficiency and productivity ● Maintain smooth scheduling flow to minimize downtime and maximize provider utilization Sedation Patient Advocacy ● Serve as a patient advocate during sedation procedures, ensuring safety, comfort, and clear communication ● Assist with sedation workflows and ensure all protocols and documentation are followed ● Provide thorough pre- and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers Team Support & Mentorship ● Support onboarding and training of clinical team members ● Mentor assistants to maintain consistency, efficiency, and high clinical standards ● Provide support to new DDS providers to ensure smooth clinical flow Operations & Workflow Efficiency ● Maintain organized, efficient operatories and clinical systems ● Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements ● Support consistency across procedures and team workflows Inventory & Equipment Maintenance ● Assist in managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining proper stock levels ● Oversee clinical equipment maintenance, including troubleshooting and coordinating repairs ● Ensure proper function of autoclaves, handpieces, and operatory equipment Lab Coordination & Quality Control ● Coordinate with dental laboratories to ensure accurate and timely case completion ● Perform quality checks on incoming lab cases and follow up on outstanding work Compliance & Safety ● Maintain adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols ● Ensure sterilization standards and documentation are consistently met Patient Experience & Education ● Educate patients on procedures, orthodontic care, and post-operative instructions ● Support case acceptance through clear communication ● Deliver a high level of patient care and professionalism Core Competencies ● Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting ● Multi-Column Efficiency & Productivity ● Orthodontic & Sedation Support ● Equipment & Inventory Management ● Workflow Optimization & Organization ● Strong Communication & Patient Care ● Team Collaboration & Mentorship