Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) with River Ridge Pediatric 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.

• EFDA Certification
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Xray Certification

Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.