Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Advance Your Career: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Refresh Dental is immediately seeking a dedicated Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our clinical team. This role is essential for delivering high-quality, efficient patient care by performing advanced restorative and clinical duties under the direction of the dentist.
Refresh Dental is a patient-centered practice committed to providing comprehensive dental care to the community. We strive to create a positive and clean environment for both our patients and our team. We value clinical excellence and efficiency, providing our staff with the resources and support necessary to meet and exceed state healthcare regulations and healthcare compliance standards.

Pay

$28~$30 per hour

Salary Details
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Employment Type

Part-time

Requirements

Certification: Valid EFDA Certification (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant).
Experience: Demonstrated ability to perform expanded duties, including the placement of fillings and adaptation of temporary crowns.
Patient Care: Proven experience in direct patient care, including post-operative care and providing patient emergency assistance.
Compliance: Strong working knowledge of state healthcare regulations, healthcare compliance, and meticulous dental sterilization procedures.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent patient interaction skills for effective chairside assisting and health education.

Job Description

Expanded Duties: Perform expanded functions as permitted by state regulations, which include the placement of dental fillings (e.g., amalgam), and adaptation of temporary crowns.
Clinical Support: Provide efficient chairside assisting during clinical procedures and patient treatment.
Post-Operative Care: Provide post-operative instructions prescribed by the dentist and perform procedures such as suture removal.
Preventative Care: Apply topical fluoride treatments and educate patients on optimal oral hygiene (health education and counseling).
Documentation: Record and review patient health history, ensure accurate chart entries, and manage patient records in dental software.
Safety & Compliance: Assist the dentist in the management of patient emergencies, ensure dental sterilization procedures are meticulously followed, and maintain the overall cleanliness of the practice.
Facility Maintenance: Maintain a clean workspace both in and outside the dental practice

Benefits

Jobley Bonus: $45 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Shift & Schedule

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: On-site.

About the Practice

• Name: Refresh Dental - Penn Yan
• Location: 660 Liberty Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527