Dental Assistant

Johnson Family Dental; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Merit Dental in Sinking Spring, PA is seeking a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team. You will support dentists, prepare rooms, take radiographs, and help deliver high-quality patient care.

Position requires PA EFDA credentialing, CPR/BLS, and strong communication. Competitive wage ranges from $28 to $35 per hour, with benefits based on status.

Qualifications

• Meet all state specific dental assistant credentialing requirements for the duties assigned in the state of employment
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Perform expanded functions in accordance with Pennsylvania EFDA certification and state regulations.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Take digital radiographs and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care.
• Support infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to create an exceptional patient experience.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Communication skills

EFDA duties

Job description

Overview

Merit Dental, supported by Smile Brands, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team in Sinking Spring, PA. If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and want to grow your career with a supportive organization, we'd love to meet you.

Join a Team That Makes Smiles Happen

Schedule (days/hours)

Monday-Thursday 7:30-4pm, Friday 7:30am-1pm

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Perform expanded functions in accordance with Pennsylvania EFDA certification and state regulations.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Take digital radiographs and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care.
• Support infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to create an exceptional patient experience.

Qualifications

• Meet all state specific dental assistant credentialing requirements for the duties assigned in the state of employment
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care

Compensation

$28-$35/hour

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].