Lead Dental Assistant - Dental Metrics Maven - Colchester, VT

Lead Dental Assistant Full-Time | Colchester, VT Compensation: Hourly rate: $28–$35 per hour, based on experience Annualized compensation: Approximately $58,240–$72,800 per year , based on full-time employment Benefits: Paid time off (vacation and sick time) Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Disability insurance Life insurance Continuing education credits and professional development support Schedule: Full-time Monday–Friday No nights or weekends About the Opportunity: A well-established general dental practice in Colchester, Vermont, is seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant to join its clinical team. The practice provides a full scope of dentistry, including preventive and restorative care, dental implants, surgical procedures, and Invisalign . This role is ideal for a senior dental assistant who is confident clinically and ready to take on a leadership-focused position. The Lead Dental Assistant will support the dentist chairside while also helping guide clinical workflow, mentor team members, and maintain high standards of patient care and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Clinical & Chairside Support: Provide advanced chairside assistance during restorative, surgical, and implant procedures Assist with Invisalign and other advanced treatment protocols as trained Take and process dental radiographs (Vermont X-ray certification required) Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures Leadership & Team Support: Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to dental assistants Support onboarding and training of new team members Help ensure consistency with clinical protocols, infection control, and OSHA standards Assist with coordinating daily clinical flow to support efficiency and patient experience Patient Care & Practice Support: Deliver exceptional patient care and build trust-based relationships Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation Collaborate closely with the clinical and administrative team to ensure smooth daily operations Qualifications: Vermont X-ray certification required Previous dental assisting experience required Prior experience in a lead or senior dental assistant role preferred Experience assisting with restorative, surgical, implant, and Invisalign cases preferred Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Detail-oriented, dependable, and patient-focused Strong connection to the Vermont community is valued

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