Lead Dental Assistant

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays

Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) – Winston-Salem, NC
Join our established private dental practice in the Winston-Salem area! We’re looking for an experienced Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) who is dependable, patient-focused, and ready to take on a leadership role within a supportive clinical team.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated assistant who enjoys helping patients, supporting office operations, and contributing to an efficient, team-oriented environment.


Responsibilities

• Assisting chairside during dental procedures 
• Lead and support clinical team workflow throughout the day 
• Take and process digital x-rays 
• Maintain accurate patient charting and clinical records 
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring proper room turnover 
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards 
• Monitor and help manage dental supplies and inventory 
• Assist with training and supporting team members as needed 
• Help ensure smooth daily office operations and patient flow
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Assist in inventory management and ordering dental supplies
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a dental assistant
• Valid CPR/BLS Certification 
• Qualified to expose x-rays in NC
• Coronal Polishing certification preferred 
• Strong communication and organizational skills 

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $23–$28 per hour, based on experience 
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• 401(k) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Schedule

•  Monday through Friday 
•  Daytime hours 
•  8-hour shifts