Bilingual Dental Assistant, EFDA/EDDA

lonepeakdentalgroup; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Peak Dental Group in Durango, CO seeks a Bilingual Dental Assistant with EFDA/EDDA certification to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and another language and will assist the dentist during examinations and procedures.

You will prepare and sterilize instruments, take and develop dental x-rays, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help maintain patient records and a clean, well-stocked practice.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and another language required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures and terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental x-rays.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
• Perform expanded functions as allowed by state regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Ensure the dental office is clean and well-stocked.
• Assist with front office tasks as needed.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Strong knowledge of dental procedures

Education

High school diploma

Accredited dental assisting program

EFDA/EDDA certification

Tools

X-ray certification

CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Bilingual Dental Assistant with EFDA/EDDA certification to join our dental team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and another language, possess exceptional communication skills, and have a passion for providing quality oral healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
• EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) or EDDA (Expanded Duty Dental Assistant) certification
• Bilingual proficiency in English and another language
• X-ray certification preferred
• CPR certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take and develop dental x-rays
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and postoperative care
• Perform expanded functions as allowed by state regulations
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Ensure the dental office is clean and well-stocked
• Assist with front office tasks as needed

If you are a Bilingual Dental Assistant with EFDA or EDDA certification looking to make a difference in the lives of patients from diverse backgrounds, we encourage you to apply for this position.