Job Description

Lead Dental Assistant – 3+ Years Experience

Cambridge Dental Group – Dearborn Heights, MI

Full-Time | 2 Saturdays per Month Required

Comprehensive Benefits Offered

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant ready to take the next step into a leadership role? Cambridge Dental Group in Dearborn Heights is seeking a skilled, motivated, and team-oriented Lead Dental Assistant to help lead our clinical team while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, modern dental practice.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in making high-quality temporary crowns
• Hands-on experience using iTero intraoral scanners
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care
• Willingness to work 2 Saturdays per month as part of your regular schedule

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the dental assisting team to ensure efficient daily operations
• Assist doctors chairside during a variety of dental procedures
• Train and mentor new clinical team members
• Maintain clinical workflow and ensure operatories are fully prepared
• Ensure sterilization and infection control protocols are consistently followed
• Support a positive patient experience from start to finish
• Collaborate closely with doctors and leadership to improve systems and efficiency

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
• Leadership growth and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Modern, digital office equipped with advanced technology including iTero scanners
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patients and team members every day

About Us:

Cambridge Dental Group has proudly served the Dearborn Heights community for years with a commitment to exceptional dentistry and compassionate patient care. We value teamwork, professionalism, and continuous growth while fostering a positive and respectful workplace culture.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you are a motivated Dental Assistant looking to grow into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for Cambridge Dental Group.

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Requirements

Education and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-year related experience and /or training; or equivalent of combination of education and experience in the dental profession.
• Valid X-ray certificate.
• Current license if CDA, RDA, or EFDA (per state requirements)
• CPR & first aid certificate.

FLSA Status: Hourly

Reports to: Operations Manager