Lead Dental Assistant - M City Endodontics - Nashville, TN

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Nashville, TN

Job Description

Looking for a Lead Dental Assistant to join our star Endodontic Team in the Nashville, TN area!
Nashville, known as Music City, offers a vibrant and diverse community with rich cultural experiences, excellent schools, and a bustling local economy.M City Endodontics is proud to be Nashville's premier endodontic specialty group! We take pride in creating a welcoming environment for all our patients and aim to provide care with compassion and respect.
If you are a skilled dental assistant looking for a chance to lead a great practice to new heights, then look no further! We seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Dental Assistant to join our team and contribute to our mission of demonstrating top-notch endodontic care! The Lead Dental Assistant is a clinical supervisor responsible foroverseeing the clinical aspect of the practice and setting an example for the staff by following the guidelines established by the practice.

Lead Dental AssistantDuties and Responsibilities:
Inventory / Equipment

Inventory / Ordering of dental supplies and emergency/rescue supplies
Maintenance of Equipment and all clinical areas

Become familiar with minor office/equipment repairs
Coordinate repairs in and out of the office
Maintain/coordinate routine equipment maintenance

Report any issues or inadequacies to Practice Administrator and doctor


Staff Supervision in partnership with Practice Administrator and doctor

Arrivals, lunches, and dismissals
Facilitate morning huddles
Uniforms, hygiene & proper PPE
Performance of daily responsibilities including:

Proper patient management
Proper treatment room management and sterilization
Proper records management

Adhering to office protocols and federal/state guidelines
Assist in training and retraining of clinical staff


Guidelines and Regulations set forth by OSHA, BORID, HIPAA, CDC and other federal/state agencies.

Responsibility of daily, weekly and monthly checklists and reporting including:

Daily Emergency Team
Daily Decontamination Schedules
Weekly Emergency Situations
Weekly Spore testing (biological monitoring)
Daily, weekly and monthly checklist

Assign responsibilities to another member of team during vacations or absence from the office.
Take initiative to review these checklists when scheduled in another location.
Report any issues to Practice Administrator or Regional Operations Administrator and doctor


Lead Dental Assistant Supervisory Responsibilities:

Assists Practice Administrator and doctor with delegating tasks and training clinical staff


What We Offer:

Competitive compensation package that includes health insurance, life insurance, paid & sick time off, holiday pay, and 401k with matching
Potential for monthly performance bonuses!
A welcoming and inclusive workplace culture
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Convenient location with easy access to highway, parks, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and more!


Additional benefits:

Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program


Lead Dental Assistant Qualifications:

Registered Dental Assistant and radiology certification in the state of Tennessee
Two (2) or more years of Dental Assisting Experience is required, preferably with experience in endodontics and in a leadership capacity.
Knowledge of dental equipment, instruments, and endodontic materials
Competency in administering endodontic-specific xrays, CBCT scans, nitrous oxide, and sterilization techniques
N2O Certification (or to obtain within 90 days of hire)
CPR certification
Technical skills with dental scheduling, MS Office, and preferably Endovision dental software
Excellent organizational, communication, andinterpersonal skills
Problem solving skills, ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when needed
Reliability and punctuality
Commitment to providing a compassionate environment and excellent patient care


If you are passionate about making a difference in a supportive environment, we invite you to apply and hope to welcome you to our team!

Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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