EFDA Dental Assistant — Growth, Full Benefits, $30-$36/hr

Clear Lakes Dental; Eastlake (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

In House Dental

Employee Discount

401(k) Plan

Continuing Education Credit Reimburse

Supportive Administrative Team

Real Work/Life Balance

Job summary

Clear Lakes Dental in Eastlake, OH is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our growing team. This full-time role offers guaranteed base pay plus daily bonuses and opportunities to grow.

You will assist clinicians, take X-rays, sterilize operatories, apply sealants and fluoride, maintain HIPAA-compliant workflow, and contribute to a supportive, drama-free dental practice.

Qualifications

• OH Dental Assistant License and graduation from an accredited DA program.
• Completed EFDA procedures validated by Ohio Dental Board.
• CPR certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiar with dental terminology, procedures, and software.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work under pressure.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Somali, Oromo, or Hmong is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, dental therapists, and hygienists during procedures.
• Sterilize and set up operatories between patients.
• Take and process dental x-rays.
• Document treatment plans and patient notes accurately.
• Apply sealants, fluoride, and other preventive treatments.
• Support impressions, temp crowns, and lab prep.
• Educate patients on postop care.
• Keep the workspace safe and HIPAA-compliant.
• Be an all-around awesome teammate.

Skills

OH Dental License

EFDA procedures

CPR certified

Communication skills

Dental terminology knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish/Somali/Oromo/Hmong)

Education

DA program graduation

Licensed Dental Assistant

Job description

Clear Lakes Dental in Eastlake, OH is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our growing team. This full-time role offers guaranteed base pay plus daily bonuses and opportunities to grow.

You will assist clinicians, take X-rays, sterilize operatories, apply sealants and fluoride, maintain HIPAA-compliant workflow, and contribute to a supportive, drama-free dental practice.