Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Job Description

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: Mon - Thurs 730a - 3p and Fri 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.