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Lead Dental Assistant – Join Our Growing Team at Tarpon Dental!
Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who loves teamwork, organization, and helping create beautiful smiles? Tarpon Dental is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our friendly, patient-focused practice.
As our Lead Assistant, you’ll play a key role in keeping our clinical operations running smoothly — supporting our dentists, mentoring team members, and ensuring every patient enjoys a comfortable, efficient visit.
Responsibilities :
- Lead and support the dental assisting team with daily tasks and scheduling.
- Assist the dentist during a variety of procedures, including restorative, cosmetic, and Invisalign.
- Maintain and enforce sterilization and infection control protocols.
- Manage clinical inventory and supply ordering.
- Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper setup and breakdown.
- Take digital X-rays, impressions, and intraoral scans.
- Communicate effectively with patients about post-op care and treatment instructions.
- Present treatment plans clearly and confidently to patients.
- Follow up with patients to ensure scheduling and case acceptance.
- Collaborate with front office staff to ensure seamless patient flow.
- Train and mentor new assistants or externs.
Qualifications :
Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience.Current Florida Dental Assistant Certification and X-ray license.Strong organizational and communication skills.Experience presenting treatment plans to patients.Proficiency with digital charting and dental software (Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar).Positive attitude, leadership mindset, and a passion for patient care.Why Youll Love Working Here :
Supportive and upbeat team culture.State-of-the-art technology and modern practice.Competitive pay and benefits.Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.Work that makes a difference helping our community smile with confidence.Ready to take the next step in your dental career?
Apply today and grow with a practice that values excellence, teamwork, and compassion.
Tarpon Dental – where patients come first, and our team feels like family.