EFDA: Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Colonial Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Dental Assistant to assist dentists, set up equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records. You will support clinical operations and maintain sterilization protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR, X-ray techniques/certification, and clerical experience. Preferred: associate or bachelor’s degree, additional certifications, and 1–3 years with open dental and digital x-ray devices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR Card, X-ray techniques, X-ray certification required.
• Clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists in treatment and diagnosis.
• Prepare patients for procedures and maintain records.
• Sterilize instruments and hand them to clinicians during care.
• Follow CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control.
• Maintain equipment and assist with billing and referrals.
• Complete clinical notes per practice guidelines.

Skills

Clerical experience

X-ray techniques

CPR

X-ray certification

Experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

DANB

OSHA certification

Coronal polishing

Tools

Open dental

Digital x-ray

Ultrasonic

Sterilizer

Autoclave

Model trimmer

Job description

Colonial Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Dental Assistant to assist dentists, set up equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records. You will support clinical operations and maintain sterilization protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR, X-ray techniques/certification, and clerical experience. Preferred: associate or bachelor’s degree, additional certifications, and 1–3 years with open dental and digital x-ray devices.