East Bay Community Action Program is seeking a full-time Lead Dental Assistant. In addition to performing all duties of Dental Assistant, the Lead assists the Dental Director, Dental Manager, and Community Coordinator in various tasks within the Dental Center to ensure a smooth operational environment.

At East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) we offer employees:

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off, holidays, Health, Dental, Vision, and retirement plan match after 1 year of employment

Make a difference in the lives of patients!

Assist in training dental assistant staff, recordkeeping, inventory/supply orders and oversight of daily schedule. This position serves as a role model for professionalism, customer service, team member interactions, and effective communication.

As a Lead Dental Assistant you will:

1. Monitor schedules, workflow and prioritize patient satisfaction
2. Review monthly staffing schedule to ensure appropriate coverage at all times.
3. Contact appropriate vendors when service calls are needed for dental equipment.
4. Use your experience and expertise to train Dental Assistant and Reception Staff
5. Complete timely maintenance logs in compliance with our HRSA guidelines
6. Perform other duties as assigned by Dental Manager and/or Dentist.

Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board as a “certified dental assistant” preferred.
• Maintain current certification in CPR at the healthcare provider level of the American Heart Association.
• Experience with Next Gen or similar software preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills required as incumbent must often communicate and/or negotiate with patients, staff, management, other providers and the community.