Dental Assistant, EFDA/EDDA

Qualifications

• EFDA or EDDA certification required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• X-ray certification preferred
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (not required but beneficial)

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take and develop dental X-rays
• Update patient records and maintain patient confidentiality
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care
• Schedule patient appointments and manage office inventory
• Provide exceptional customer service and address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism