SmileCode Dental is looking for an experienced, motivated, and forward-thinking Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our growing team in a full-time leadership role.
This position is ideal for an experienced RDA who is ready to take on a leadership role beyond chairside assisting. As our Clinical Team Lead, you will help guide, mentor, and support our dental assistants while working alongside the doctors and management team to improve clinical systems, efficiency, patient experience, and overall practice success.
We are looking for someone who leads by example, enjoys coaching others, embraces accountability, and is passionate about building a positive, organized, and high-performing clinical team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and day-to-day support to our Registered Dental Assistants and clinical team.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture.
- Help onboard, train, and coach new team members while supporting the continued development of existing staff.
- Ensure clinical protocols, infection prevention, sterilization standards, and office policies are consistently followed.
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical workflows, efficiency, organization, and patient experience.
- Work closely with the doctors and management team to implement new systems and continuously improve clinic operations.
- Assist with inventory management, operatory organization, equipment maintenance, and supply ordering.
- Lead by example through exceptional chairside assisting and patient care.
- Support scheduling efficiency and clinical flow to help the practice operate smoothly each day.
- Promote open communication and help resolve challenges professionally and constructively.
- Encourage continuous learning, teamwork, and a culture of excellence.
Qualifications
- 6–10 years of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant, with previous leadership or mentoring experience preferred.
- Current Certified Registered Dental Assistant certification.
- Strong clinical skills, including temporary crowns, rubber dam placement, and assisting with a wide variety of procedures.
- Excellent knowledge of infection prevention and control, sterilization protocols, and clinical best practices.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience with Dentrix is an asset.
- Professional, dependable, adaptable, and motivated to help others succeed.
- Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while helping build a thriving practice.
What We Offer
- Full-time schedule
- A collaborative, supportive, and growing practice where your ideas are valued.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the growth and success of our clinical team.
- Dental and extended health benefits, including a Health Spending Account.
- Year-end bonus and QUARTERLY performance incentives.
- Continuing education opportunities, including attendance at the Pacific Dental Conference when available.
- Employer-provided scrub Jackets.
- On-site parking.
- Sterilization Technician support on most days to maximize clinical efficiency.
Compensation
Compensation will be discussed during the working interview and will be based on experience, leadership abilities, and the level of training required.
Join Our Team
At SmileCode Dental, we believe outstanding patient care begins with an exceptional team. We're looking for a leader who is passionate about mentoring others, improving systems, and helping our practice continue to grow. If you're ready to make a lasting impact while working in a positive, supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
