EFDA Dental Assistant — Growth & Stable Private Practice

Dental Metrics Maven; Tarentum (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Quarterly bonus

Semi-annual bonus

Annual bonus program

Career growth

Stable culture

Job summary

Dental Metrics Maven in Tarentum, PA is seeking an experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our established private practice. The EFDA will work closely with doctors, hygienists and staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate is clinically confident, dependable, and willing to collaborate to create an outstanding patient experience. Prior EFDA/PA credentials and CPR/BLS are required, along with strong restoration and sterilization knowledge.

Qualifications

• Active PA EFDA credential.
• PA radiology certification.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of restorative procedures and clinical workflows.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Excellent communication, organization, and patient service skills.
• Dependable and adaptable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform EFDA duties within PA law.
• Place and finish restorative materials per EFDA certification.
• Assist doctors during restorative and other procedures.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, materials and equipment.
• Take diagnostic radiographs as permitted.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Review and update patient medical histories.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Maintain sterilization and OSHA compliance.
• Prepare rooms and support patient flow.
• Monitor supplies and assist with inventory.
• Collaborate with clinical and admin staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient service

Team player

Dependable

Flexible

Infection control

Education

EFDA credential (PA)

PA radiology certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Dental Metrics Maven in Tarentum, PA is seeking an experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our established private practice. The EFDA will work closely with doctors, hygienists and staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate is clinically confident, dependable, and willing to collaborate to create an outstanding patient experience. Prior EFDA/PA credentials and CPR/BLS are required, along with strong restoration and sterilization knowledge.