EFDA Dental Assistant — Advanced Chairside Care

GENTLE DENTIST; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentle Dentist is seeking an EFDA-certified dental assistant to support clinicians in delivering high-quality dental care. You will assist with X-rays, patient communication, and diagnosis, while preparing treatment rooms and passing instruments to the dentist.

The role includes seating and finishing crowns, bridges, and related restorative work, with emphasis on accuracy and patient comfort. Ideal candidates hold EFDA and CPR/BLS certifications, possess a high school diploma, and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and compassionate patient care.
• Ability to assist dentists and hygienists in diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment.
• Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
• Prepares treatment room and instruments; positions, suctions and passes instruments as needed.
• Places and finishes permanent restorations and related crown/bridge procedures; adjusts occlusions and dentures.

Skills

Procedural knowledge

Excellent communication

Compassionate patient care

Education

EFDA certification

CPR/BLS certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Gentle Dentist is seeking an EFDA-certified dental assistant to support clinicians in delivering high-quality dental care. You will assist with X-rays, patient communication, and diagnosis, while preparing treatment rooms and passing instruments to the dentist.

The role includes seating and finishing crowns, bridges, and related restorative work, with emphasis on accuracy and patient comfort. Ideal candidates hold EFDA and CPR/BLS certifications, possess a high school diploma, and demonstrate