Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our friendly compassionate dental team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering exceptional patient care by performing advanced dental procedures, assisting with clinical operations, and ensuring smooth workflow within the practice. Your expertise in dental assisting, combined with your knowledge of dental technology and infection control protocols, will help us provide top-tier general and specialized dental services. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a patient-focused environment dedicated to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Perform expanded functions such as placing fillings, applying sealants, taking impressions, and fabricating temporary crowns in accordance with state regulations and practice protocols.
• Operate and maintain dental equipment including X-ray machines, and sterilization devices while adhering to infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
• Take high-quality dental radiographs (X-ray) while following HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy and safety.
• Manage patient records accurately using electronic medical records (EMR systems) utilizing Dentrix, ensuring compliance with clinical confidentiality policies.
• Prepare treatment areas by sterilizing instruments, processing dental instruments efficiently, and maintaining a clean clinical environment following infection control standards.
• Support patient management by taking vital signs, explaining procedures clearly using dental terminology, and addressing patient questions to foster comfort and trust.
• Collaborate seamlessly with the team through four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency and patient experience.
• Assist with medical documentation related to patient care, ensuring accuracy in medical records and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with expanded functions certification or equivalent training in a busy dental clinic setting.
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix for managing patient data effectively.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, oral surgery procedures, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry practices.
• Hands-on experience with dental x-ray procedures, medical imaging techniques, and dental sterilization procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to follow infection prevention protocols rigorously while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Excellent understanding of dental equipment operation.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient care in general dentistry environments.

Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding oral health care through professionalism, innovation, and compassion!

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person