Lead Dental Assistant Vivent Health - 3.1 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time From $24 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Loan forgiveness Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Spanish Dental assisting EHR systems 5 years Mid-level Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Dental terminology Organizational skills Patient interaction Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description Get ready for something extraordinary! Picture this - You've got 6 weeks of paid time off in your first year, plus 12 days of paid holidays. That's just the beginning of the perks at Vivent Health. There is 401k with 100% employer match up to 5%, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, employer subsidized medical, dental, vision benefits, and gender-affirming care benefits. And that's not even scratching the surface. Our complete package also includes employer paid short and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, certification, and licensure assistance, and so much more. We also offer benefits for part-time roles! But here's the real deal. Your journey with Vivent Health isn't just a job. It's a chance to join an organization, to be a part of something bigger, and make meaningful impact in our communities and the lives of the amazing patients we serve. Here are a few highlights of what working at Vivent Health may offer you:

Professional Growth:

Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Collaboration on an inter-disciplinary team:

Within our integrated HIV care and prevention model, we employ a high level of collaboration across disciplines. That means that, in your role, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to whole person-care across medical, behavioral health, pharmaceutical, research, and more!

Delivery of quality patient care:

Our integrated HIV care and prevention model is proven to help patients achieve positive health outcomes. Working at Vivent Health, you can truly serve the underserved and become an impactful part of their health journey.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

Deliver Excellence. Oversee with Integrity. Drive Progress. Exceed Expectations. The Lead Dental Assistant will still play a pivotal role in providing chairside assistance, but will also oversee daily operations and contribute to the efficient functioning of the dental clinic. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality oral healthcare services.

OUR EXPECTATIONS

Winning skills and behaviors for success. Dental Assistant Essential Job Duties Provide chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort and efficient workflow. Assist delivering patient care by taking and recording vital signs, updating medical histories, taking traditional and digital impressions, and addressing patient concerns. Maintain strict infection control protocols by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments and equipment. Take and develop dental radiographs as directed by the dentist, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images. Coordinate and schedule dental appointments, follow-ups, and treatments, optimizing the dental clinic's workflow. Accurately record patient information, treatment plans, and procedure codes in an electronic health records (EHR) system. Manage dental supplies inventory ensuring adequate stock levels and timely ordering. Maintain dental equipment per manufacturer guidelines and keep log of all maintenance schedules. Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and preventive measures to promote overall dental health. Adhere to infection control guidelines, OSHA regulations, and clinic policies to maintain a safe and sterile environment. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals within Vivent Health to ensure comprehensive and integrated patient care. Maintain licensure according to state regulations, including appropriate CE geared toward the Vivent Health Patient population. Adhere to all agency policies, including Confidentiality, Employee Handbook, Health Care Corporate Compliance Plan, Standards of Conduct, and other relevant policies. Additional Lead Dental Assistant Essential Job Duties Provide leadership, structure, and guidance to dental assistants, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to clinical protocols. Train and mentor dental assistant staff, ensuring continuous professional development and compliance with best practices. Oversees the sterilization process, organization of dental instruments and the clinic in general, and equipment maintenance while maintaining strict infection control protocols. Oversees tracking of lab cases Monitor and maintain dental supplies and equipment inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels, timely ordering, and scheduling repairs as needed while still adhering to the provided clinic budget. Serves as liaison between local Dental Clinic staff and local

Administrative Staff NOTE:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Required and preferred knowledge and experiences to succeed.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED Completion of an accredited dental assistant program

Work Experience:

Current, active state license (if needed) within state clinic is located. Proficient in dental terminology, procedures, and use of dental equipment Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting Proficient in use of email and Microsoft Office suite Dental Assistant Soft Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients and the dental team. Compassion and empathy towards patients, understanding their needs, and providing a supportive environment. Ability to collaborate with dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, procedures, and dental technologies in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Precision and accuracy in performing dental procedures, recordkeeping, and following infection control protocols.

Additional Lead Dental Assistant Soft Skills:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team towards common goals. Strong conflict resolution capabilities Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage daily clinic operations and maintain efficient workflows while still ensuring all tasks are completed accurately. Strong problem-solving skills to address clinical challenges and optimize processes.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Spanish-speaking HIV experience in a not-for-profit environment. Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role. De-escalation and conflict resolution training

Salary Range:

Starting at $24/hourly (Depending on Experience) Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employment at our organization may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness programs. We do not directly pay for - nor forgive - federal student loans; however, our status as a not-for-profit organization under Section 501 (c) (3), makes us an eligible employer. There may be other determining factors for one to qualify. Please follow this URL to review one such program and their requirements: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service