Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Summary Of Essential Job Functions

• Aid office managers in supporting and supervising back-office employees
• Work chair-side with dentists, perform patient care, and general laboratory duties
• Take and process dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take impressions of the patient's teeth (models), extractions, composite fillings, etc...
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures

At a Glance

• Certifications Required: CDA or RDA and EFDA course completion (as mandated per state requirements), X-ray certification
• Additional Certifications: Coronal Polishing certification is a plus
• Experience: 1+ years of experience as an EFDA

Compensation And Schedule

• Salary: Starting at $32.00 depending on certifications.
• Additional increases for experience
• Bonus Pay: up to $600 additional per month
• Schedule: On-site. Monday-Friday

Benefits That Support You Personally And Professionally

• Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• Supplemental Benefits - Voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, and cancer insurance
• Wellness Program - Incentive-based wellness initiatives to support your physical and mental health, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Security - 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days