EFDA Dental Assistant | Growth, Benefits, and Patient Care

Elite Dental Partners; Green Tree (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant who shares our passion for patient care and education, and who thrives in a welcoming, team-oriented environment. You will support Dentists and Hygienists chair-side, educate patients, and help maintain efficient operatories.

Ideal candidates hold EFDA/EDDA/EFODA certification, radiology certification, and at least 2 years of dental assisting experience.

Qualifications

• Must have EFDA/EDDA/EFODA certification.
• Radiology certification required by State Dental Board.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting and patient education.
• Deliver a superior patient experience through all appointment phases.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Perform procedures as directed by the Dentist and Hygienist while maintaining an efficient schedule.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on the importance of oral health and maintenance.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

EFDA/EDDA/EFODA

Radiology certification

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elite Dental Partners is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant who shares our passion for patient care and education, and who thrives in a welcoming, team-oriented environment. You will support Dentists and Hygienists chair-side, educate patients, and help maintain efficient operatories.

Ideal candidates hold EFDA/EDDA/EFODA certification, radiology certification, and at least 2 years of dental assisting experience.