Dental Assistant EFDA | Patient Care & Radiography

Coast Dental; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Dental in Tallahassee, FL seeks a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support dentists in providing high-quality care. You will assist in clinical procedures, manage charting, and help with patient education and treatment planning.

Must hold an EFDA certification or Florida RDA/CDA per state guidelines, and have radiography licensure. Prior dental office experience and strong customer service are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Active Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification or Florida RDA/CDA as per state guidelines and limitations.
• Radiography licensure required.
• Minimum of one year dental office experience preferred.
• Excellent customer services skills and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clinical procedures and treatments.
• Maintain infection control standards and OSHA guidelines.
• Document/chart dental procedures according to dentist's instructions and legal requirements.
• Explain dental procedures and treatment plans to patients clearly and professionally.
• Manage operatories, inventory, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Job description

Coast Dental in Tallahassee, FL seeks a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support dentists in providing high-quality care. You will assist in clinical procedures, manage charting, and help with patient education and treatment planning.

Must hold an EFDA certification or Florida RDA/CDA per state guidelines, and have radiography licensure. Prior dental office experience and strong customer service are highly valued.