What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Part-Time Dental Assistant position at Redwood Dental?
Lead Part-Time Dental Assistant - Redwood Dental of Clinton Township
Redwood Dental is seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant to join our Clinton Township team! This is a part-time opportunity for a motivated dental assistant who is passionate about patient care, enjoys mentoring others, and thrives in a leadership role. As our Lead Dental Assistant, you will help ensure efficient clinical operations while supporting the doctors, team members, and patients in delivering an exceptional dental experience.
Schedule
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor the dental assisting team.
- Provide chairside assistance while maintaining efficient patient flow.
- Train and onboard new dental assistants.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
- Keep operatories fully stocked, organized, and prepared for patient care.
- Manage clinical inventory and order supplies.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Assist with daily morning huddles and clinical scheduling.
- Perform quality assurance checks on sterilization and clinical protocols.
- Support the Office Manager and doctors in achieving production and patient care goals.
- Address clinical concerns and assist with problem-solving throughout the day.
Qualifications
- Dental assisting experience required.
- Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience training and mentoring dental assistants.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to coach, motivate, and develop team members.
- Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Professional, dependable, and accountable.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to lead by example.
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant ready to take the next step in your career and lead a collaborative, patient-focused team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Redwood Dental in Clinton Township!
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