EFDA Dental Assistant: Restorations, Impressions & Crowns

West 10th Dental Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

West 10th Dental Group in Indianapolis seeks a qualified Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support clinicians and patients with high-quality care. You will work closely with dentists and hygienists, assist with X-rays, and help ensure accurate diagnosis and smooth appointments.

Responsibilities include room setup, instrument sterilization, suction, passing tools, and assisting with crowns, impressions, sealants, and dentures, while maintaining compassionate communication with

Qualifications

• EFDA certification or equivalent is required.
• CPR/BLS certification must be current.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment; assists dentists and hygienists with X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by following procedures; sterilizes instruments and delivers them to the area; positions instruments; suctioning; passes instruments.
• Places and finishes permanent restorations, impressions, temporary crowns, crowns/bridges, occlusions, sealants, and dentures fitting and adjustments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Compassionate patient care

Knowledge of dental procedures

Education

EFDA certification or equivalent

CPR/BLS certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

West 10th Dental Group in Indianapolis seeks a qualified Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support clinicians and patients with high-quality care. You will work closely with dentists and hygienists, assist with X-rays, and help ensure accurate diagnosis and smooth appointments.

Responsibilities include room setup, instrument sterilization, suction, passing tools, and assisting with crowns, impressions, sealants, and dentures, while maintaining compassionate communication with