Surgical Coordinator/Lead Dental Assistant

Daydreams Procedure Center is West Michigan’s premier resource for pediatric dentistry under general anesthesia. Daydreams is a surgical center designed for dentistry and staffed with an elite team of operating room experienced pediatric dentists, pediatric dental assistants, pediatric nurses, and MD anesthesiologists. Daydreams partners with a network of referral partners throughout Michigan providing safe sedation for children and a relaxed, trauma-free experience.

To learn more about our office, check out our website here: https://smiledentalpartners.com/locations/

Our Surgical Clinical Coordinators are an integral member of our team and help foster our clinically led culture by focusing on optimizing schedules for our providers, ensuring that processes and systems are maintained, and holding the team accountable. By joining our team, you will have: 

• Work Life Balance

• 3 weeks PTO & 8 Paid Holidays 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits 

• 401k Match 

• Professional Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities 

Key Responsibilities 

• Work with the Surgical Support Lead to optimize schedules for the clinical providers and effectively communicate with the Surgical Support Lead to ensure consistency and unity  

• Ensure patient records are complete and accurate while also completing clinical notes on an as needed basis 

• Ensure sterilization reports are accurate and up to date 

• Responsible for monitoring team morale, the day-to-day operations of the department as well as new employee onboarding, team training, and helping in evaluating performance 

• Accurately prepare operatories with the correct tools prior to each scheduled treatment to mitigate downtime and clean/sterilize the operatory after each treatment is completed 

• Support with interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and terminations 

• Point of contact for facilities management (repairs, utilities, etc) and responsible for ordering all supplies 

• Assist Doctor during treatment and provide coverage when team members are on PTO or sick days 

• Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify  

• X-ray certification where state regulations specify  

• Associate degree in Business, Healthcare or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

• 5+ minimum years of dental assisting experience 

• 1+ years management experience (preferred) 

• Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, organizational, and team building skills 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  

Working Environment & Physical Requirements  

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, sitting, leaning, and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry, transport, and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.