Lead Registered Dental Assistant - Gallatin, TN

At Morton Dental Group, we do dentistry differently.

We are building a premier, relationship-driven dental organization focused on exceptional patient experiences, operational excellence, professionalism, leadership, and long-term success for our team. Our vision is to raise the standard for private practice dentistry across Middle Tennessee by creating an environment where both patients and team members genuinely thrive.

Joining Morton Dental Group is not equivalent to “just taking a job.” We are intentionally building an elite, growth-minded team of professionals who care deeply about patient care, teamwork, accountability, leadership, and operational excellence.

Our offices are modern, high-tech, fast-paced, and designed not only for excellent patient experiences, but also to help our team succeed operationally and professionally every day.

You’ve mastered the clinical side of dentistry… now it’s time to step into a role where your leadership, operational mindset, and ability to elevate a team are truly valued.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

$500 Sign-on Bonus offered!

Modern, updated offices with advanced dental technology and digital workflows

A fast-paced, high-energy environment where your leadership directly impacts office success

Strong leadership that values accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and growth

Consistent schedules with no nights or weekends

A positive, team-oriented culture that does not tolerate drama or negativity

Leadership that values initiative, operational ownership, and problem-solving

A workplace where high performers are trusted, supported, and empowered to lead

Opportunities to help shape systems, workflows, and clinical excellence across the office

What You’ll Do

Clinical & Technical Responsibilities

Lead by example in delivering exceptional four-handed dentistry across restorative, cosmetic, implant, surgical, and specialty procedures

Prepare and break down operatories according to scheduled procedures

Set up surgical trays, maintain sterile fields, and anticipate Dentist needs proactively during procedures

Assist with digital workflows, radiographs, intraoral scanning, and imaging technology when applicable

Ensure operatories remain organized, stocked, clean, and procedure-ready throughout the day

Support smooth patient flow and help minimize downtime between appointments

Maintain strict OSHA, HIPAA, sterilization, and infection control compliance

Ensure accurate charting, treatment documentation, imaging, and clinical records

Assist with lab cases, implant parts, impressions, temporaries, and specialty materials appropriately

Perform schedule audits to ensure all implant components and lab cases are properly prepared

Monitor clinical inventory, supply ordering, and operational supply management within budget

Review supply invoices and help identify discrepancies or operational inefficiencies proactively

Coordinate repair requests and maintenance needs while ensuring issues are properly tracked and resolved

Participate actively in Morning Huddle prepared to review schedule opportunities, patient updates, and workflow priorities

Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

Serve as the operational leader for the Dental Assistant team

Direct and stabilize back-office workflow during busy or stressful situations

Help maintain accountability, consistency, and professionalism within the assisting department

Mentor, coach, and support newer Dental Assistants

Assist in onboarding and operational training initiatives

Help identify workflow inefficiencies, broken systems, or operational gaps proactively

Partner with Office Leadership and Dentists to improve systems, workflows, and patient experience

Support implementation of operational standards, protocols, and office initiatives

Help maintain a positive, growth-focused, and solution-oriented clinical culture

Lead by example in professionalism, accountability, organization, and patient care

Patient Experience Responsibilities

Help patients feel calm, informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout treatment

Maintain professionalism and emotional composure during stressful or complex situations

Support post-operative instructions and patient education

Ensure patients experience smooth, efficient, and organized appointments

Help maintain a welcoming, patient-focused clinical environment

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a highly skilled, emotionally mature, operationally strong Dental Assistant who is ready to step into leadership and help elevate the clinical team.

The ideal candidate:

thrives in fast-paced environments,

stays calm under pressure,

anticipates operational needs proactively,

communicates professionally,

values accountability and teamwork,

and takes pride in helping build a high-performing office culture.

Required Qualifications

Current Dental Assistant certification/licensure as required by state regulations

Current X-ray certification

Prior dental assisting experience required

Prior leadership, mentoring, or training experience preferred

Strong understanding of clinical workflows, sterilization, and operatory organization

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Professional appearance and demeanor

Strong attention to detail and operational awareness

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program

Experience with four-handed dentistry

Experience with implant and surgical procedures

Experience with orthodontic workflows

Experience with digital workflows and dental software

Experience with dental practice management software such as CareStack

Expanded Functions certification (if applicable)

Experience in high-volume or fast-paced dental offices

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Successful Lead Dental Assistants at Morton Dental Group:

maintain organized and efficient clinical operations,

stabilize workflows during stressful situations,

anticipate Dentist and patient needs proactively,

help mentor and support the assisting team,

maintain strong operational consistency,

contribute positively to office culture,

lead professionally under pressure,

and take ownership of clinical excellence and patient experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience, certifications, and leadership ability

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Health, Vision, and Life Insurance

Employee Dental Benefits

Consistent full-time schedule

Schedule

Current office hours:

Monday – Friday

6:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Team members are expected to consistently arrive on time and prepared for Morning Huddle and daily operations.

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a leadership-focused environment where professionalism, operational excellence, teamwork, accountability, and patient care truly matter, we encourage you to apply.

We are not simply hiring employees — we are building a team of professionals committed to leadership, operational excellence, teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient care.

The pay range for this role is:

26 - 30 USD per hour(Gallatin, TN)