Lead Dental Assistant

Company: Care Alliance
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Our Mission To transform lives by providing exceptional, accessible, and compassionate healthcare experiences for all. Our Vision Care Alliance will be the health center of choice , delivering compassionate, high-quality, and innovative healthcare that empowers individuals and strengthens communities. We are committed to advocacy, accessibility, and excellence , ensuring every patient receives the care they deserve with dignity, respect, and unwavering support. Our Values 1. Accessibility: We are committed to eliminating barriers to care, ensuring that every individual—regardless of background or circumstance—has access to high-quality healthcare. 2. Collaboration: Our strength comes from collaboration, fostering communication and teamwork among employees, patients, and community stakeholders to achieve shared goals. 3. Accountability: We are unwavering in our commitment to accountability, upholding the highest standards in patient care, employee well-being, and organizational excellence. 4. Compassion: We treat every person with dignity, empathy, and respect, building trust through genuine care and understanding. 5. Innovation: We embrace change and seek out creative solutions to continuously improve the experiences of our employees, patients, and community. 6. Excellence: We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, ensuring superior clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and transformative patient experiences. Community Impact: We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, dedicated to creating positive, sustainable change through outreach, advocacy, and partnerships. Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Lead Dental Assistant (DA) to join our organization. This role combines clinical chair-side assisting with administrative responsibilities to support efficient day-to-day operations. The Lead DA will work closely with the dentist(s), dental team, and office manager to ensure high-quality patient care, smooth workflow, and well-maintained equipment and supplies. Requirements: Task, Responsibilities & Competencies: Includes but are not limited to : Clinical Duties (up to 4 days/week, as needed) · Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during dental procedures. · Prepare and set up operatories and sterilize instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards. · Take and process dental radiographs. · Ensure patient comfort and provide post-operative instructions. · Follow proper infection control protocols and maintain a safe, compliant workplace environment · Support dental team members as needed to maintain patient flow. · Support the clinical operations of the mobile dental units as needed Administrative Duties · Manage weekly equipment logs and monitor equipment performance. · Coordinate preventive maintenance and minor upkeep of dental equipment. · Assist with scheduling equipment service and repairs as needed. · Support reporting and documentation requirements for regulatory compliance with OSHA, TJC, CDC etc. · Processes and submits insurance prior authorizations promptly and accurately · Coordinates and tracks patient referrals to specialists; follow up to ensure completion. · Assists with scheduling and rescheduling patients. · Oversees dental supply and inventory management, and vendor communications. · Utilize dental software and computer systems for recordkeeping, tracking, and ordering · Participates in staff meetings, training sessions and quality improvement · Supports the office manager in community outreach coordination and other duties. Required: · Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (state requirements apply). · Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant; leadership experience preferred. · Strong knowledge of infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards. · Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. · Strong communication and leadership skills to support and guide the dental team. · Proficiency in dental software and computer knowledge a plus. · Commitment to the mission of Care Alliance Work Schedule: · Up to 4 clinical days assisting chair-side as needed. · Dedicated administrative time as agreed upon, based on clinic needs and schedule. Compensation details: 19.25-22 Hourly Wage PI2634e08426af-25405-39171385

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