Lead Dental Assistant

Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) / Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Location: San Diego, CA – Torrey Hills

Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 8-Hour Days

Compensation: $30–$35 per hour, based on experience

Benefits: Paid Time Off, Vacation, Dental Benefits, Retirement Plan & Monthly Bonus Opportunities

Take Your Dental Assisting Career to the Next Level!

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who takes pride in exceptional patient care, enjoys working with advanced dental technology, and is ready to step into a leadership role?

Dentex Strategies is partnering with a highly respected, established dental practice in the beautiful Torrey Hills community of San Diego to recruit an experienced Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA).

This is more than another dental assisting position. It's an opportunity to become a trusted clinical partner to an experienced dentist, work alongside a collaborative team, and play an important role in delivering exceptional dentistry.

Our client provides comprehensive, cosmetic, and restorative dental services in a modern, patient-focused environment. The practice values professionalism, teamwork, efficiency, and building lasting relationships with patients.

If you're someone who stays two steps ahead of the doctor, takes initiative without being asked, and enjoys making a difference every day, we'd love to connect with you!

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Four-Day Workweek: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Thursday schedule with three-day weekends.
• Competitive Compensation: Earn $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monthly Bonus Opportunities: Additional earning potential.
• Comprehensive Benefits: PTO, vacation, dental benefits, and retirement plan.
• Advanced Dental Technology: Work with CEREC, Invisalign, iTero, digital X-rays, and modern digital charting.
• Clinical Leadership: Take ownership of clinical operations and help guide the assisting team.
• Professional Growth: Continue expanding your clinical knowledge and leadership abilities.
• Supportive Practice Culture: Join a team that values communication, accountability, and exceptional patient care.

What You'll Be Doing

As the Lead Dental Assistant, you'll serve as the doctor's primary chairside partner while helping ensure the clinical team operates efficiently.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional chairside assistance during comprehensive, restorative, and cosmetic dental procedures.
• Assist with complex treatment cases while ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed.
• Anticipate the doctor's needs by preparing instruments, materials, and treatment rooms before procedures.
• Support efficient patient flow and help maintain an organized clinical schedule.
• Work with digital dentistry technology, including CEREC, iTero, Invisalign workflows, digital imaging, and electronic charting.
• Maintain proper sterilization, infection-control, and clinical safety protocols.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients through compassionate communication and exceptional service.

Leadership & Team Responsibilities

• Lead by example through professionalism, preparation, and a positive attitude.
• Support and mentor fellow dental assistants while promoting teamwork.
• Take ownership of clinical supplies, inventory management, and ordering.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical efficiency and daily workflows.
• Collaborate with the doctor and administrative team to deliver a seamless patient experience.
• Help maintain an organized, productive, and supportive clinical environment.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced dental professional who brings both strong clinical skills and a leadership mindset.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) licensure or appropriate expanded-functions credentials; EFDA experience strongly preferred.
• Ideally 5–10 years of clinical dental assisting experience.
• Experience assisting with comprehensive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry.
• Familiarity with advanced dental technology and digital clinical workflows.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to anticipate clinical needs and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to clinical excellence.
• Dependable, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities.
• A genuine interest in growing professionally and building a long-term career with the practice.

The Ideal Candidate

You're the type of dental assistant who doesn't wait to be told what needs to happen next.

You understand the importance of keeping the doctor on schedule, maintaining a well-prepared operatory, supporting your teammates, and making every patient feel comfortable.

You enjoy working with modern technology, take pride in delivering quality dentistry, and recognize that a successful clinical team depends on communication, organization, and trust.

Most importantly, you're looking for a practice where your experience, initiative, and contributions are valued.

Work in Beautiful San Diego, California

Located in the desirable Torrey Hills community, this opportunity offers access to San Diego's beautiful coastline, nearby beaches, scenic outdoor recreation, and vibrant local amenities.

Combined with a consistent four-day workweek, this position offers an appealing balance between professional growth and personal time.

Ready for Your Next Career Move?

If you're an experienced RDA or EFDA seeking a rewarding opportunity with a respected dental practice, we encourage you to apply.

Dentex Strategies is managing this recruitment on behalf of our dental practice client.

We look forward to learning more about your experience and discussing how this opportunity could align with your career goals.

Apply today to explore your next chapter in dental assisting!

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Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person