Lead Dental Assistant

Job Summary

The Lead Dental Assistant, under the general direction and supervision of the Dental Practice Manager, will provide oversight to the daily operations of the Dental Assistants. As a leader in this organization, all comments, attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct effect on the Clinic and perception of quality service. Interaction with patients, providers, co-workers, supervisors, etc. must be in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of teamwork that is congruent with Tower Health standards and guidelines to promote positive relations.

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• Dental X-ray Certification

Required Skills

• Accountable for maintaining workplace safety
• Detail Oriented
• Epic Proficiency
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Listening Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player

Overview

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.

Discover why our hospital is a great place to work - take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour