EFDA Dental Assistant - Restorative & Patient Care Expert

Florida Dental Association; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Dental Associates seeks a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support our Coral Springs/Plantation offices. You will assist the dentist during procedures, perform expanded functions as allowed by Florida state regulations, and contribute to high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, a compassionate approach, and dedication to patient education and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental Assistant certification including nitrous oxide, radiology, and EFDA/EDDA per state requirements.
• CPR certification.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during restorative, endodontic, and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain instruments, equipment, and materials for patient treatment.
• Ensure a clean and sterile working environment by following infection control protocols.
• Perform expanded duties such as placing and contouring restorations, taking impressions, and applying sealants as permitted by state law.
• Conduct preliminary charting and take dental radiographs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Professional image

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Dental Assistant certification

Nitrous oxide certification

Dental radiology

EFDA/EDDA certification

CPR certification

Bilingual (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Fax machine

Copy machine

Job description

Florida Dental Associates seeks a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support our Coral Springs/Plantation offices. You will assist the dentist during procedures, perform expanded functions as allowed by Florida state regulations, and contribute to high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, a compassionate approach, and dedication to patient education and satisfaction.