EFDA Dental Assistant: Growth, Benefits & Impact

North American Dental Group; Poland Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k

Career growth and continuing education

Dynamic, accommodating workplace

Job summary

North American Dental Group is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced practice. The role involves charting, fillings, operatory setup, patient education, and expanding duties per state rules.

Minimum EFDA certification and state radiography licensure are required. Excellent computer skills, CPR, and willingness to learn dental charting software are essential for success in this team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• EFDA Certification required.
• Radiography licensure for state requirements.
• 1–5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of dental charting software and digital x-rays; ability to learn new programs.

Responsibilities

• Assists doctors with charting, placement of fillings, operatory set up/cleanup, and patient education.
• Perform expanded duties following state regulations and compliance.
• Assist in clinical procedures such as amalgam or composite fillings, temporary crowns, sutures, and fluoride treatments as allowed by state.
• Record and review patient health history, make chart entries under direction, and manage forms in dental software.
• Enter and update patient treatment plans as directed by the treating dentist.

Skills

EFDA Certification

CPR Certification

MS Office Suite

Knowledge of dental charting software

Tools

MS Office Suite

Dental charting software

Job description

North American Dental Group is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced practice. The role involves charting, fillings, operatory setup, patient education, and expanding duties per state rules.

Minimum EFDA certification and state radiography licensure are required. Excellent computer skills, CPR, and willingness to learn dental charting software are essential for success in this team-driven environment.