Lead Dental Assistant (X-Ray License REQUIRED)

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Lead Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. This role is central to our mission of providing exceptional patient care by offering expert chairside support, ensuring safety compliance, and contributing to efficient daily operations.

If you are a positive, fast-paced professional committed to clinical excellence, this is the role for you!

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Expert Chairside Assistance: Directly support the dentist in all procedures, including restorative, surgical, and preventative care.
• Radiography & Lab Work: Efficiently take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) and perform basic lab procedures (e.g., pouring models, taking impressions).
• Sterilization & Compliance: Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms, adhering strictly to all OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines.
• Patient Education: Educate patients on post-operative care, oral hygiene, and treatment plans clearly and compassionately.
• Clinical Management: Manage and stock clinical inventory and assist with patient documentation/recordkeeping.

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves)

To be considered for this critical role, you must meet the following non-negotiable requirements:

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License
• Active X-ray License/Certification
• Minimum 1+ years of direct, hands-on experience as a chairside Dental Assistant.
• Active CPR/BLS Certification
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization, and chairside assist techniques.
• High school diploma or GED.

Ideal Skills & Work Environment

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by the practice schedule.
• Proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) is preferred.

ProSmile is one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training.

Company Description

ProSmile is one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training.