Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Job Title: Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Reports to: Chief Dental Officer Organization: The Healthcare Connection (THCC) About The HealthCare Connection : Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care. We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.

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Health Insurance and Rewards Program Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match 10 Paid Holidays Position Summary: We are seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our dental team immediately. The EFDA will perform advanced intra-oral dental procedures and provide direct support during patient care, ensuring a safe, organized, and welcoming clinical environment. If you are recognized for exceptional customer service and teamwork, and would love the opportunity to serve an at-risk population while working a consistent full-time schedule with benefits, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities Assist patients and provide four-handed support to dentists and hygienists during treatment Record examination findings and treatments in patient charts Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs Pour and trim study models; manipulate various impression materials Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized operatories Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment trays Perform daily/weekly equipment maintenance Manage clinic inventory and laboratory case flow Place restorative materials, including amalgam and non-metallic restorations Fabricate and place temporary crown and bridge restorations Place dental sealants and medicaments Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Radiographer’s License CPR Certification 2–3 years of previous experience preferred Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace The HealthCare Connection is committed to creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients, and community members. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by law. THCC will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr The HealthCare Connection, Inc.