Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Manor Kids Dentist • Full-time • Manor, Texas, United States • $25 - $28 / hour • 3m ago

Overview

The Lead RDA is a critical clinical leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality clinical support, driving patient experience, and ensuring operational excellence across our practice.

This role serves as the clinical lead for dental assistants, setting standards for care, supporting sedation and hospital cases, and maintaining full compliance with all clinical, safety, and regulatory standards. This is a growth opportunity for high-performing assistants ready to lead, coach, and elevate team performance.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Excellence & Patient Care

Serve as primary chairside assistant, including sedation and in-office general anesthesia cases
Take x-rays, impressions, bite registrations, and perform expanded functions per state guidelines
Prepare, monitor, and support sedation patients, including post-operative follow-up calls
Deliver clear pre- and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers
Ensure treatment notes and documentation are completed accurately before patient dismissal
Support case acceptance through patient education and treatment walkthroughs

Patient Experience & Flow

Escort, seat, and prepare patients while maintaining a calm, supportive environment
Anticipate provider needs and manage efficient room-to-room flow
Coordinate next visits and ensure seamless handoffs
Monitor daily schedule flow and adjust as needed to optimize patient experience

Clinical Operations & Compliance

Maintain sterilization protocols, OSHA compliance, and infection control standards
Oversee room turnover, equipment readiness, and supply organization
Manage waterline testing, spore testing, and equipment maintenance schedules
Support lab case tracking and timely follow-up
Ensure adherence to HIPAA and all regulatory requirements

Team Leadership

Lead by example; coach and support dental assistants in daily operations
Assist in training and onboarding of new assistants
Reinforce standards for clinical quality, patient experience, and compliance
Delegate effectively and hold team accountable to expectations

Administrative & Inventory Support

Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with HIPAA
Monitor and manage inventory levels; order supplies as needed
Support recall systems, referrals, and chart preparation
Assist with office operations as needed (phones, insurance support, etc.)

Additional Expectations

Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive team culture
Support community outreach, patient education, and practice growth initiatives
Maintain ongoing continuing education and clinical competency

Leadership Expectations

Full ownership of:

Clinical readiness and daily operational execution
Materials, inventory, and supply management
Office cleanliness and organization
Patient experience standards
Ability to lead through others—not do everything alone

What You Bring

Active RDA license and current BLS certification
Nitrous Oxide monitoring certification (if applicable)
Experience assisting with sedation and/or hospital dentistry preferred
Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and infection control standards
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, multi-provider environment
Strong communication, leadership, and patient engagement skills
Consistent attendance and reliability

Physical & Environmental Requirements