full-time 6 days ago
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
D4C Dental Brands
21590 Center Ridge Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116
Competitive Compensation
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Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) with River Kids Dentistry to join our dental team. The EFDA will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, assisting the dentist during procedures, and performing expanded functions as allowed by state regulations. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Requirements:
EFDA Certification.
Xray Certification.
Schedule: PT - Fridays ONLY 730a - 2p
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, endodontic, and surgical treatments.
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials required for patient treatment.
Ensure a clean and sterile working environment by following infection control protocols.
Expanded Functions:
Perform expanded duties such as placing and contouring restorations, taking impressions, and applying sealants, as permitted by state law.
Conduct preliminary charting of the oral cavity and take dental radiographs (X-rays).
Patient Care:
Greet and prepare patients for dental treatment.
Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and procedures performed.
Schedule and confirm patient appointments as needed.
Manage inventory of dental supplies and place orders to ensure availability.
EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:
A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
A Dental Assistant state certification, including but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA), according to state requirement.
CPR certification
Bilingual preferred, but not required.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) with River Kids Dentistry to join our dental team. The EFDA will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, assisting the dentist during procedures, and performing expanded functions as allowed by state regulations. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Requirements:
EFDA Certification.
Xray Certification.
Schedule: PT - Fridays ONLY 730a - 2p
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, endodontic, and surgical treatments.
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials required for patient treatment.
Ensure a clean and sterile working environment by following infection control protocols.
Expanded Functions:
Perform expanded duties such as placing and contouring restorations, taking impressions, and applying sealants, as permitted by state law.
Conduct preliminary charting of the oral cavity and take dental radiographs (X-rays).
Patient Care:
Greet and prepare patients for dental treatment.
Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and procedures performed.
Schedule and confirm patient appointments as needed.
Manage inventory of dental supplies and place orders to ensure availability.
EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:
A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
A Dental Assistant state certification, including but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA), according to state requirement.
CPR certification
Bilingual preferred, but not required.
About D4C Dental Brands
D4C Dental Brands is one of the largest and fastest-growing pediatric dental and orthodontic specialty networks in the United States. They focus on supporting high-quality patient care and are committed to raising the standard in children's oral health.