Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (In Person)

Join a Modern Cosmetic Dental Practice

GDG Smiles is a growing cosmetic dental practice specializing in veneers, smile makeovers, and digital dentistry. We are looking for an experienced  Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) who enjoys working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

If you're looking to grow your clinical skills while working alongside an experienced cosmetic team, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors during cosmetic and restorative dental procedures, including veneer and smile makeover cases
• Provide efficient chairside assistance while maintaining a smooth clinical workflow
• Take digital X-rays, intraoral scans, clinical photographs, and impressions
• Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments
• Coordinate cases with the dental laboratory
• Complete accurate patient documentation using CareStack or other dental software
• Maintain OSHA and infection control standards
• Help create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient

Qualifications Required

• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification
• Radiology Certification
• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred

• Cosmetic dentistry experience
• Experience with digital scanners such as iTero, Medit, or similar systems
• Experience with CareStack or comparable dental practice management software

Why Join GDG Smiles?

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid training
• Uniform allowance
• Work with advanced digital dentistry technology
• Hands-on experience with digital scanners, 3D printing, and smile design workflows
• Career advancement opportunities into Lead EFDA, Clinical Coordinator, Lab Coordinator, or Clinical Manager positions
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to help transform patients' smiles and confidence every day

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid training
• Uniform allowance
• Career growth opportunities

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

License/Certification

• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification (Required)
• Radiology Certification (Required)

Work Location: In Person