Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA), where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the clinical team with advanced dental procedures. This energized position offers the opportunity to utilize your expertise in dental assisting, clinical procedures, and patient management to enhance the overall patient experience. As an EFDA, you will be empowered to perform expanded functions that contribute directly to efficient, high-quality dental care in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry.
- Perform chairside assisting with precision, including handling dental instruments, materials, and equipment efficiently.
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-ray), ensuring adherence to infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
- Process and sterilize dental instruments according to infection control protocols and dental sterilization procedures.
- Manage patient records accurately using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft while maintaining strict clinical confidentiality policies.
- Obtain vital signs and medical history information to ensure patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Operate advanced dental equipment such as 3D scanners and medical imaging devices to support comprehensive diagnostics.
- Support patient management by providing education on oral health, treatment plans, and post-procedure care while ensuring a welcoming environment for pediatric dentistry patients.
- Collaborate seamlessly with the team using four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize workflow and patient comfort.
- Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment following infection prevention protocols and dental equipment maintenance schedules.
Requirements
- Valid Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification or license required; experience in general dentistry preferred.
- Proficiency with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft for accurate documentation and scheduling.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical procedures relevant to pediatric dentistry and oral surgery.
- Experience with dental x-ray techniques, including digital imaging and medical imaging technologies like 3D scanners.
- Familiarity with dental sterilization procedures, infection control standards, and aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
- Ability to perform vital signs assessment and assist with medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration within the clinical team and providing outstanding patient care.
- Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control practices applicable in a busy dental clinic setting.
- Prior experience working with pediatric patients is a plus; certification in pediatric dentistry is advantageous.
Join us in shaping healthier smiles! We are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions make a real difference in patients’ lives every day.
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
