EFDA: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – Chairside Pro

Dental Team of West Delray; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Team of West Delray is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) for a full-time position in Delray Beach, Florida. The EFDA will support clinicians with expanded clinical functions, assist chairside during procedures, and ensure high standards of safety and patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting the doctor, maintaining infection control, documenting notes, and educating patients on care plans.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Radiology License required.
• EFDA training and certification per Florida regulations required.
• Chairside experience in a general dental practice preferred.
• Experience with Dentrix or similar software preferred.
• Strong communication and patient safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support & Patient Care: prepare patients, escort to operatory, review documentation, assist doctor with procedures, maintain smooth clinical flow, chart notes in real time, educate patients on oral health and post-procedure care.
• Expanded Functions (EFDA Duties): perform functions like placing restorations, applying sealants, coronal polishing, topical anesthetics, take radiographs under supervision.
• Operatory & Infection Control: stock operatories, maintain CDC/OSHA protocols, disinfect and reset rooms, monitor cleanliness.
• Scheduling & Workflow: manage daily schedules, adjust for emergencies, support patient flow and follow-up scheduling.
• Team Collaboration & Professional Conduct: work with doctors and staff, participate in meetings and trainings, uphold standards and policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

Active Florida Radiology License (Required)

EFDA training and certification (Required)

Coronal Polishing Certification (Encouraged)

Tools

Dentrix or similar dental software

Job description

Dental Team of West Delray is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) for a full-time position in Delray Beach, Florida. The EFDA will support clinicians with expanded clinical functions, assist chairside during procedures, and ensure high standards of safety and patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting the doctor, maintaining infection control, documenting notes, and educating patients on care plans.