Job Details: Job Location: Eastern Dental of Passaic-Essex LLC - Clifton, NJ, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00Hourly, About Eastern Dental: For 50+ years, Eastern Dental has been the go-to for families across every generation. Our team of dentists and specialists bring serious skill and genuine care to every patient, from toddlers to grandparents. If you're someone who actually cares about making people smile (literally), let's talk!   The Role: We're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to step into a leadership role at our practice. As Lead Dental Assistant , you'll be the go-to person for our dental assistant team, training new hires, optimizing how we work together, and making sure everything runs smoothly on the clinical floor.   What You'll Do: Train and onboard new dental assistants, getting them up to speed on our systems, protocols, and patient care standards Be a resource and mentor for dental assistants—answering questions, troubleshooting issues, and providing guidance Work alongside the team chairside when needed while keeping an eye on the bigger picture Partner with the office manager and dentists to improve processes and patient experience Maintain supply inventory and ensure treatment rooms are properly stocked and organized   What You Need: Active NJ Dental X-Ray License 3-5 years of hands-on dental assisting experience Previous leadership, training, or supervisory experience preferred Strong communication skills Ability to juggle multiple priorities and stay calm when things get hectic Denticon experience is a plus     Eastern Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualifications: