Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

Dental Assistant Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support
Position Overview
The Dental Assistant Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support role is designed for a highly
experienced assistant with strong clinical expertise and the ability to support advanced
procedures while contributing to production growth and efficient workflows. This position plays a
key role in maintaining a high-performing clinical environment through multi-column support,
specialty assisting, mentorship, and patient advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting
Provide chairside assistance for general, restorative, surgical, and orthodontic
procedures
Support and assist with clear correct cases and perform clinical adjustments including
crowns, dentures, and occlusal guards
Ensure efficient operatory setup, breakdown, and turnover to maintain consistent patient
flow
Production & Scheduling Support
Collaborate with providers to strategically schedule procedures and support daily
production goals
Independently manage a second column to improve efficiency and productivity
Maintain smooth scheduling flow to minimize downtime and maximize provider utilization
Sedation Patient Advocacy
Serve as a patient advocate during sedation procedures, ensuring safety, comfort,
and clear communication
Assist with sedation workflows and ensure all protocols and documentation are followed
Provide thorough pre- and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers
Team Support & Mentorship
Support onboarding and training of clinical team members
Mentor assistants to maintain consistency, efficiency, and high clinical standards
Provide support to new DDS providers to ensure smooth clinical flow
Operations & Workflow Efficiency
Maintain organized, efficient operatories and clinical systems
Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements
Support consistency across procedures and team workflows
Inventory & Equipment Maintenance
Assist in managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining proper stock levels
Oversee clinical equipment maintenance, including troubleshooting and coordinating
repairs
Ensure proper function of autoclaves, handpieces, and operatory equipment
Lab Coordination & Quality Control
Coordinate with dental laboratories to ensure accurate and timely case completion
Perform quality checks on incoming lab cases and follow up on outstanding work
Compliance & Safety
Maintain adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
Ensure sterilization standards and documentation are consistently met
Patient Experience & Education
Educate patients on procedures, orthodontic care, and post-operative instructions
Support case acceptance through clear communication
Deliver a high level of patient care and professionalism
Core Competencies
Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting
Multi-Column Efficiency & Productivity
Orthodontic & Sedation Support
Equipment & Inventory Management
Workflow Optimization & Organization
Strong Communication & Patient Care
Team Collaboration & Mentorship