EFDA Dental Assistant - Radiography Certified

Coast Dental; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with treatment, patient education, and front-office coordination in a busy Florida practice.

The ideal candidate holds Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification (or RDA/CDA per Florida guidelines), radiography licensure, and at least one year of dental experience, with strong customer service and verbal communication skills to ensure exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification and radiography certification.
• RDA license or CDA certificate obtained prior to May 2009 (Florida).
• Minimum of one year dental experience preferred.
• Excellent customer services skills and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clinical procedures and treatments.
• Maintain infection control standards and OSHA guidelines.
• Welcome and escort patients; schedule appointments and confirmations.
• Explain insurance benefits and financial options to patients.
• Document or chart all dental procedures and patient history.
• Maintain operatory inventory and equipment; notify of issues.

Skills

EFDA certification

Customer service skills

Verbal communication skills

HIPAA compliance

High-volume environment

Education

EFDA certification

RDA license or CDA certificate (before May 2009)

Radiography licensure

Job description

Coast Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with treatment, patient education, and front-office coordination in a busy Florida practice.

The ideal candidate holds Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification (or RDA/CDA per Florida guidelines), radiography licensure, and at least one year of dental experience, with strong customer service and verbal communication skills to ensure exceptional patient care.