EFDA - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant | $3K Sign-On

North American Dental Group; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

North American Dental Group is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant for Life Smiles Dental in West Lafayette, IN. The role supports doctors with chairside care, expands duties per state rules, and ensures accurate charting and records. Strong clinical and software skills are required, with CPR certification and radiography licensure.

The position offers a sign-on bonus of $3,000 and a Monday–Friday schedule with some shorter Fridays, within a supportive team and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• EFDA certification or state-required on-the-job training.
• 1–5 years experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Radiography licensure meeting state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support for doctors, including charting, placing fillings, setting up and cleaning operatories.
• Perform expanded functions such as placing amalgam or composite fillings, temporarily crowns, sutures, and topical fluoride (state-permitted).
• Maintain accurate patient health history and treatment plan documentation in dental software.
• Assist in clinical procedures, ensuring a seamless patient care process.
• Stay up-to-date on state regulations and compliance for safe care.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Dental charting

Digital X-rays

Education

EFDA certification or state training

Radiography licensure

Tools

Dental charting software

Digital X-ray equipment

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

North American Dental Group is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant for Life Smiles Dental in West Lafayette, IN. The role supports doctors with chairside care, expands duties per state rules, and ensures accurate charting and records. Strong clinical and software skills are required, with CPR certification and radiography licensure.

The position offers a sign-on bonus of $3,000 and a Monday–Friday schedule with some shorter Fridays, within a supportive team and growth opportunities.