Dental Assistant Lead

Lead Dental Assistant Join Platinum Dental and Take the Lead in Your Dental Assisting Career! Platinum Dental is looking for an experienced, motivated Lead Dental Assistant to join our team! At Platinum Dental, we believe in investing in our team members and creating opportunities for long-term career growth. We're committed to delivering exceptional patient care while building a positive, supportive workplace where our team can thrive. As a Lead Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in guiding the clinical team, supporting daily operations, and ensuring patients receive the highest level of care. Monthly Bonus Opportunities: Earn additional income through our bonus program Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, leadership experience, and advancement Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees (30+ hours per week) Available to eligible full-time employees Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid holidays throughout the year Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a team that values collaboration, growth, and quality patient care As a Lead Dental Assistant, you'll combine your clinical expertise with leadership skills to support the dental assisting team, maintain efficient daily operations, and create an exceptional patient experience. Lead, support, and mentor dental assistants to promote teamwork, accountability, and high-quality patient care Assist dentists during restorative, preventive, and other dental procedures Help train and onboard new dental assistants on clinical procedures, office protocols, and best practices Ensure treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment are properly prepared and maintained Oversee instrument sterilization, infection control practices, and compliance with safety protocols Monitor clinical supplies and inventory to ensure the team has the materials needed for patient care Take dental X-rays in accordance with certification requirements Help identify opportunities to improve clinical efficiency, patient experience, and team performance Serve as a resource for dental assistants by providing guidance, support, and hands-on assistance Collaborate with dentists and office leadership to maintain a positive, organized, and productive clinical environment Previous dental assisting experience, preferably with leadership or team training responsibilities Current dental X-ray certification, as required by state regulations Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, sterilization, and infection control protocols Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Confidence in clinical skills and the ability to provide guidance to other dental assistants Build Your Future with Platinum Dental At Platinum Dental, we're looking for team members who want more than just a job. We want to help you build a rewarding, long-term career. As a Lead Dental Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting your team, improving clinical operations, and helping create outstanding patient experiences. Ready to take the next step in your dental assisting career?