Dental Assistant, EFDA/EDDA

Lone Peak Dental Group; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance benefits

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Positive collaborative work culture

Job summary

Lone Peak Dental Group is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant with EFDA or EDDA certification to join our dental team. The assistant will support the dentist during procedures, take and process X-rays, and ensure sterilization and high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and strong attention to detail and organization.

Qualifications

• EFDA/EDDA certification is required.
• X-ray certification is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and assist dentist during treatments.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Perform front-office duties such as scheduling and processing payments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

EFDA/EDDA certification

X-ray certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant with an EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) or EDDA (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant) certification to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will assist the dentist in providing high-quality dental care to patients.

Qualifications

• EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) or EDDA (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant) certification required.
• X-ray certification is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist the dentist during treatments.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Perform front office duties such as scheduling appointments and processing payments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A positive and collaborative work environment focused on patient care and team support.