Dental Assistant, EFDA

Associates for Dental Care, LLC; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

PTO up to 40 hours first year

Training & career development

Social events

Scrub allowance

Paid maternity leave

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Valparaiso Family Dentistry, located in Valparaiso, IN, is seeking a passionate and detail‑oriented Dental Assistant to join our friendly team and deliver top‑notch patient care. We value growth, collaboration, and a positive work culture that supports professional and personal development.

Requirements include 1+ year of experience, X‑ray certification, EFDA certification, and strong communication. Dentrix familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a dental assistant.
• X-Ray certification is required.
• EFDA experience and certification are a must.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with patients and team.
• Bonus points if you are familiar with Dentrix or similar software.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

X-Ray certification

EFDA certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Description

Join Our Rock Star Team at Valparaiso Family Dentistry,!

Are you ready to make a BIG impact while working in a positive, supportive environment? Valparaiso Family Dentistry, is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to help us continue delivering top-notch care to our amazing patients. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a practice that truly values its team members and fosters both professional and personal growth, we want YOU!

Why Valparaiso Family Dentistry,?

At Valparaiso Family Dentistry,, we're not just about teeth — we're about creating a community! Our team is committed to delivering exceptional dental care in a fun and friendly environment. We work hard, but we know how to celebrate our wins and have a blast while doing it. We pride ourselves on creating a work culture that supports growth, collaboration, and fun. If you’re looking for more than just a job, but a place where you can thrive both professionally and personally, Valparaiso Family Dentistry, is the place for you!

Perks & Benefits That Make Us Stand Out:

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance to keep you feeling your best!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) up to 40 hours in your first year, doubling in year 3, plus additional 16 gifted hours at time of hire – because we know life happens!
• Ongoing training & career development opportunities – we believe in YOU and want to see you grow.
• Fun organization-wide & dental assistant-specific social events – because work is better when it’s fun!
• $100 annual scrub allowance – fresh, comfy scrubs all year long!
• Paid Maternity Leave – we’ve got you covered during the big life moments.
• 401(k) retirement plan – for peace of mind, both now and later.

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Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ year of experience as a dental assistant.
• X-Ray certification is required.
• EFDA experience and certification and are a must!
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with both patients and your team.
• Bonus points if you're familiar with Dentrix or similar dental software!