Job Description
Description:
Our Mission
To transform lives by providing exceptional, accessible, and compassionate healthcare experiences for all.
Our Vision
Care Alliance will be the health center of choice , delivering compassionate, high-quality, and innovative healthcare that empowers individuals and strengthens communities. We are committed to advocacy, accessibility, and excellence , ensuring every patient receives the care they deserve with dignity, respect, and unwavering support.
Our Values
1. Accessibility:
We are committed to eliminating barriers to care, ensuring that every individual—regardless of background or circumstance—has access to high-quality healthcare.
2. Collaboration:
Our strength comes from collaboration, fostering communication and teamwork among employees, patients, and community stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
3. Accountability:
We are unwavering in our commitment to accountability, upholding the highest standards in patient care, employee well-being, and organizational excellence.
4. Compassion:
We treat every person with dignity, empathy, and respect, building trust through genuine care and understanding.
5. Innovation:
We embrace change and seek out creative solutions to continuously improve the experiences of our employees, patients, and community.
6. Excellence:
We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, ensuring superior clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and transformative patient experiences.
Community Impact:
We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, dedicated to creating positive, sustainable change through outreach, advocacy, and partnerships.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Lead Dental Assistant (DA) to join our organization. This role combines clinical chair-side assisting with administrative responsibilities to support efficient day-to-day operations. The Lead DA will work closely with the dentist(s), dental team, and office manager to ensure high-quality patient care, smooth workflow, and well-maintained equipment and supplies.
Requirements:Task, Responsibilities & Competencies:
Includes but are not limited to :
Clinical Duties (up to 4 days/week, as needed)· Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during dental procedures.
· Prepare and set up operatories and sterilize instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards.
· Take and process dental radiographs.
· Ensure patient comfort and provide post-operative instructions.
· Follow proper infection control protocols and maintain a safe, compliant workplace environment
· Support dental team members as needed to maintain patient flow.
· Support the clinical operations of the mobile dental units as needed
Administrative Duties· Manage weekly equipment logs and monitor equipment performance.
· Coordinate preventive maintenance and minor upkeep of dental equipment.
· Assist with scheduling equipment service and repairs as needed.
· Support reporting and documentation requirements for regulatory compliance with OSHA, TJC, CDC etc.
· Processes and submits insurance prior authorizations promptly and accurately
· Coordinates and tracks patient referrals to specialists; follow up to ensure completion.
· Assists with scheduling and rescheduling patients.
· Oversees dental supply and inventory management, and vendor communications.
· Utilize dental software and computer systems for recordkeeping, tracking, and ordering
· Participates in staff meetings, training sessions and quality improvement
· Supports the office manager in community outreach coordination and other duties.
Required:
· Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (state requirements apply).
· Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant; leadership experience preferred.
· Strong knowledge of infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards.
· Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
· Strong communication and leadership skills to support and guide the dental team.
· Proficiency in dental software and computer knowledge a plus.
· Commitment to the mission of Care Alliance
Work Schedule:
· Up to 4 clinical days assisting chair-side as needed.
· Dedicated administrative time as agreed upon, based on clinic needs and schedule.
Compensation details: 19.25-22 Hourly Wage
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