Lead Registered Dental Assistant

About the Role

The Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) supports the Dentist during treatments, exams, and patient discussions. This role oversees back-office functions, flow, and efficiency, while mentoring, training, and guiding team members.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for exams, complete digital charting, and verify codes.
• Capture quality x-ray images.
• Assist dentists with treatments, including RCTs, cord packing, crown seating, denture adjustments, and sedation procedures.
• Delegate setup, sterilization, and cross-contamination protocols for exam and treatment rooms.
• Discuss treatment options, importance, and follow-up care with patients.
• Provide teeth polishing and sealant placement (with required certifications).
• Train team members on scheduling, patient care, and treatment procedures.
• Create positive patient environments through engagement and post-care guidance.
• Monitor staff and dentist time management to maximize patient care.
• Manage patient flow and process improvements.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and train new team members.
• Complete inventory orders and adhere to office budget.

Qualifications

• Texas-issued Registered Dental Assistant license.
• 4-5+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Experience with RCT, cord packing, denture adjustments, and crown seating.
• Proficiency in digital x-rays and charting.
• Sealant placement, nitrous monitoring, and coronal polishing certifications preferred (training provided if 2+ years of experience).

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Flexible, adaptable, and highly engaged.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Customer service-oriented and relationship-builder.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health (PPO/HSA), Vision, Dental
• Disability (STD/LTD) and Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child options)
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Hep B and CPR Certifications
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Online learning courses
• Competitive Compensation and Paid Training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program (Perks @ Work)

Schedule

Monday-Friday, One Location - Family Smiles Granbury

Salary: $20-23/hr (based on experience)

Reports to: Practice Manager, Regional Manager

Department: Operations

Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time