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Northern Valley Indian Health

Lead Dentist

Woodland, CA · On-site

$206 - $312/hr

Keep the Dental Director, Lead RDA and Clinic Site Manager abreast of current activities and situations within the Dental Department. * Provide consultation services for other providers regarding ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead rda in the United States is $23.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Lead RDA?

A Lead RDA, or Lead Registered Dental Assistant, is an experienced dental assistant who not only provides chairside support to dentists but also oversees and coordinates the work of other dental assistants in a practice. They are responsible for ensuring procedures run smoothly, maintaining inventory, training new staff, and upholding infection control standards. Lead RDAs often serve as a bridge between the dental team and management, helping to implement policies and improve workflow. Their leadership helps maintain high-quality patient care and efficient dental office operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead RDA?

To thrive as a Lead Registered Dental Assistant, you need a thorough knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and dental radiography, typically supported by an RDA license and relevant experience. Familiarity with dental practice management software, digital X-rays, and OSHA/CDC compliance is crucial. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you effectively coordinate the dental team and manage patient care. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure efficient clinic operations, high-quality patient care, and a safe, compliant working environment.

What are some common challenges lead RDAs face when managing a dental assisting team, and how can they overcome them?

Lead Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs) often encounter challenges such as balancing clinical responsibilities with team supervision, ensuring consistent adherence to protocols, and resolving interpersonal conflicts within the team. To overcome these challenges, effective communication, strong organizational skills, and ongoing professional development are important. Many lead RDAs find success by fostering a supportive work environment, regularly reviewing procedures with the team, and seeking mentorship or training in leadership skills.

What is the difference between Lead Rda vs Rda?

AspectLead RdaRda
CertificationsCertified Dental Assistant (CDA), additional leadership trainingCertified Dental Assistant (CDA)
Work EnvironmentSupervises team, manages workflow, interacts with patients and staffAssists dentists, prepares patients, performs clinical tasks
Employer & Industry UsageDental clinics, practices with team leadership rolesDental offices, general dental practices

The Lead Rda typically holds additional leadership responsibilities, overseeing other Rdas and managing workflow, while the Rda focuses on assisting dentists with clinical procedures. Both roles require CDA certification, but the Lead Rda's role emphasizes supervision and coordination within the dental team.

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Infographic showing various Lead Rda job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,518 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Dentist - FQHC

Northern Valley Indian Health

Red Bluff, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation For Eligible New Hires!

***We welcome applicants with valid licensure from any U.S. state or territory.***

As a Dental Provider with NVIH you will work with the latest technology in providing top notch care to our patient base, along side our skilled clinic teams. We pride ourselves on operating professional clinics while still maintaining that family practice feel.

Essential functions:

  • Provide dental services to patients, ensuring appropriate quality and quantity goals are met.
  • Keep current with new techniques relating to all aspects of the dental field and related areas.
  • Maintain clear channels of communication with all staff and function as a team member within the back-office clinic setting as well as with the dental department as a whole.
  • Coordinate, lead and guide, and coach dental assisting staff during and after patient care; participate in the annual review and update of the Dental Policy and Procedure Manual.
  • Participate in the development and proposal of new dental policy with Dental Director.
  • Keep the Lead Dentist and Lead RDA abreast of current activities and situations within the Dental Department.
  • Actively attend Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc. clinic staff meetings.

Indian Preference. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.


  • Current California State license to practice dentistry.
  • Current DEA Controlled Substance registration.
  • Two (2) years' experience in private practice or clinical practice, preferred.
  • California Radiation Safety certificate.
  • Perform quality dental services per NVIH standards.
  • Ability to effectively function and participate within a team environment
  • Exhibit empathy and customer service to diffuse and manage conflict within the team and with patients or their representatives.
  • Ability to engage in problem solving and effectively communicate solution-based feedback.
  • Reliable transportation.

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • 401k with match
  • 4 weeks paid time off
  • 14 paid holidays
  • Student Loan Repayment options
  • Time and compensation allotment for necessary CEs

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