Senior​/Lead EFDA Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Dental Distinction is a comprehensive care, fee-for-service dental practice focused on quality, precision, and relationship-based care. Our practice provides advanced esthetic and restorative dentistry, with an emphasis on complex dental cases and individualized treatment.

We intentionally maintain a low-volume patient schedule, allowing our team to focus on providing exceptional, highly personalized care rather than rushing from patient to patient. Our state-of-the-art practice utilizes advanced digital technologies with modern clinical and laboratory workflows to deliver an exceptional patient experience and outstanding clinical results. We are not a corporate practice.

Dental Distinction has been recognized as a top dental practice by numerous publications year after year, reflecting our commitment to clinical excellence and patient care.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior/Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced dental assistant to assume a leadership role within a high-quality, fee-for-service practice and become an integral part of our team.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and passionate about dentistry. You will work closely with the dentist and clinical team on advanced restorative and esthetic cases while taking ownership of daily assisting operations, digital technologies, laboratory coordination, and dental appliance fabrication.

This position is well suited for an EFDA who values quality over quantity, takes pride in precision, enjoys complex cases, and is looking for a long-term professional opportunity in a sophisticated clinical environment.

• Manage the dental assisting clinical operations on a daily basis, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Perform advanced chair side assisting and delegated clinical duties.
• Fabricate high-quality provisional restorations with precision, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Capture accurate radiographic images, dental photography, and CBCT scans in accordance with clinical and imaging protocols.
• Oversee and operate digital dental technologies, including intra oral scanners, 3D printers, and CBCT equipment.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records using dental practice management and clinical software.
• Serve as Lab Supervisor, overseeing incoming and outgoing laboratory cases and ensuring accurate case tracking and timely communication.
• Fabricate retainers, occlusal guards, bleaching trays, custom trays, and other applicable dental appliances.
• Manage dental supply inventory, including monitoring stock levels, anticipating clinical needs, placing orders, and maintaining appropriate inventory.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection-control and OSHA standards.
• Coordinate the repair, servicing, and preventive maintenance of dental equipment.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and well-equipped clinical environment.
• Help establish and maintain high standards for clinical efficiency, organization, infection control, and patient experience.

• Current PA state EFDA license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• 2+ years of EFDA experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, materials, and clinical protocols.
• Experience with digital dentistry, including intra oral scanning, CBCT, 3D printing, and digital photography.
• Experience with provisional fabrication and dental appliance fabrication.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Professional, dependable, and positive attitude.
• A genuine interest in advanced restorative and esthetic dentistry.

At Dental Distinction, we value our team and believe in providing a rewarding work environment with meaningful benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

• $35–$37 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• No nights or weekends
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer matching
• Health insurance stipend
• Paid continuing education
• Uniforms provided
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• State-of-the-art technology and equipment
• Exposure to advanced esthetic and restorative dentistry and complex dental cases
• A non-corporate practice culture where quality and relationships come first
• A collaborative and…