Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Baton Rouge, LA as a Lead Dental Assistant and elevate your career in premium healthcare. We offer industry-leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a state-of-the-art facility. Be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with quarterly performance bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
- Continuing education stipend
- Modern equipment and digital workflows
Responsibilities
- Chairside assistance during complex dental procedures
- Manage digital radiography and intraoral imaging systems
- Sterilize instruments and maintain OSHA compliance
- Train and mentor junior dental assistants
- Coordinate patient flow and optimize appointment schedules
- Assist with treatment planning and case presentations
- Implement infection control protocols
Qualifications
- 3+ years of dental assisting experience
- CDA or RDA certification required
- Expertise in digital dentistry (DEXIS, Eaglesoft)
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- CPR/BLS certification
- Exceptional patient communication skills
- Proven ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
- Associates degree in dental assisting preferred