Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

The Lead RDA is a working clinical leadership role responsible for executing daily clinical assisting responsibilities while overseeing the overall efficiency, flow, and success of back-office operations. This individual serves as the primary clinical assistant while guiding and leading all Dental Assistants.

The Lead RDA ensures treatment planning accuracy, room readiness, inventory control, block scheduling adherence, and seamless coordination with the Front Office. This role keeps the doctor one step ahead of appointments while maintaining exceptional patient experience and clinical standards.

Core Responsibilities
1. Daily Clinical Execution (Working Assistant)
Perform all clinical assisting duties per RDA/EFDA licensure
Prepare patients and rooms for procedures with full readiness
Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos
Support doctor during procedures (instrumentation, charting, treatment planning, expanded duties)
Ensure detailed and accurate treatment documentation
Manage sterilization protocols exceeding OSHA standards
Serve as liaison to dental laboratories and manage lab case tracking and vendor relationships
Ensure lab cases are tracked, communicated, and ready for patient appointments
Maintain and respect block scheduling templates to support production flow

2. Clinical Operations Oversight
Oversee all back-office flow and appointment timing
Ensure rooms are fully set up in advance and turned over efficiently
Manage clinical inventory and supply systems
Monitor adherence to block scheduling for doctor and hygiene
Ensure procedures are completed within timed guidelines
Anticipate doctor needs and remain one step ahead of appointments

3. Treatment Planning & Case Flow Leadership
Strong knowledge of treatment planning and sequencing
Ensure accurate charting of treatment discussions and options
Provide detailed patient updates to Front Office for scheduling alignment
Ensure proper baton passes and appointment coordination
Align scheduling flow with clinical readiness and block scheduling templates

4. Leadership of Dental Assistants
Guide and mentor all Dental Assistants
Ensure daily clinical checklists are completed accurately
Delegate responsibilities while maintaining accountability
Provide coaching and performance feedback
Maintain high clinical standards and team morale

5. Cross-Department Collaboration
Liaise with Front Office to ensure seamless patient handoffs
Communicate schedule adjustments clearly and proactively
Not directly assigned to hygiene but expected to proactively offer assistance when needed
Participate in morning huddles and provide patient readiness updates

Professional Competencies
Advanced multitasking ability in fast-paced clinical environment
Ability to complete tasks independently and provide proactive updates without repeated follow-up
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Leadership presence with accountability mindset
Dentrix Ascend software proficiency; Dexis

Licensure Requirements
Active RDA/EFDA license in good standing
Current state certification/license to expose dental radiographs (X-rays)
Experience and certification (if required by state) for digital scanning and imaging systems

New Jersey Licensure Requirements
Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in the State of New Jersey in good standing
New Jersey Radiologic Technologist (Dental Radiography) license required to expose dental X-rays
Experience with digital scanning/imaging systems and any required NJ certifications

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