Lead Dental Assistant

Full job description

Join a boutique, patient-centered dental practice where excellence, compassion, and beautiful smiles come together.

Purple Plum Dentistry is a modern general, cosmetic, and facial aesthetics practice in Falls Church, VA. We are seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, leading by example, and helping create a five-star patient experience.

If you are organized, proactive, clinically skilled, and thrive in a high-end practice focused on comprehensive dentistry and aesthetics, we'd love to meet you.

About Purple Plum Dentistry

Our practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive oral health and cosmetic solutions in a warm, welcoming environment. In addition to general and cosmetic dentistry, we offer Invisalign®, Botox® for TMJ and facial aesthetics. We believe in treating every patient like family while delivering outstanding clinical care with the latest technology.

Position Summary

As our Lead Dental Assistant, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring exceptional clinical care, efficient daily operations, and a seamless patient experience. You'll work closely with Dr. Anita Kianimanesh to maintain the highest standards of quality, organization, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assist for restorative, cosmetic, and comprehensive dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain impeccable infection control standards
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photographs
• Fabricate provisional restorations and perform expanded functions (where permitted)
• Assist with crown, bridge, implant restorations, Invisalign, and cosmetic procedures
• Educate patients before and after treatment

Leadership

• Ensure clinical protocols are consistently followed
• Monitor treatment room organization and instrument flow
• Help maintain a positive, team-oriented culture
• Coordinate efficiently with the front office and hygiene team

Inventory & Equipment

• Manage inventory and ordering of clinical supplies
• Monitor expiration dates and stock levels
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary
• Follow procedures to minimize waste and improve efficiency

Patient Experience

• Welcome patients warmly and help them feel comfortable
• Anticipate the doctor's needs during procedures
• Deliver an exceptional, concierge-level experience
• Build long-term relationships with patients

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years of dental assisting experience
• Current Virginia Dental Assisting credentials (as applicable)
• Current CPR certification
• Experience with digital radiography
• Strong knowledge of infection control and OSHA protocols
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Professional appearance and positive attitude

Preferred

• Experience with cosmetic dentistry
• Experience with Invisalign
• Experience assisting with implant procedures
• Eaglesoft experience
• Expanded Functions certification (if applicable)
• Inventory management experience

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person