EFDA: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Growth

North American Dental Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Career growth

Continuing education

Job summary

North American Dental Group is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our team in Florida. The role involves assisting doctors, expanding duties within state regulations, and supporting patient education and recordkeeping.

The candidate should have EFDA certification or on-the-job training, radiography licensure, CPR certification, and 1–5 years of experience; strong MS Office and dental charting software skills are preferred. This position is on-site with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• EFDA Certification or on the job training per state requirements.
• Radiography licensure per state requirements.
• 1–5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of dental charting software and digital x-rays; learn new programs as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assists doctors with charting, placement of fillings, operatory set/cleanup, and patient education.
• Perform expanded duties following state regulations and compliance.
• Assist in clinical procedures such as placing amalgam or composite fillings, temporary crowns, sutures removal, and topical fluoride applications.
• Record and review patient health history; make chart entries under doctor direction and handle forms in dental software.
• Enter and update patient treatment plans as directed by the treating clinician.

Skills

CPR Certification

MS Office

Education

EFDA Certification or on the job training

Radiography licensure

1-5 years experience preferred

CPR Certification

Tools

Dental charting software

Digital x-rays

Job description

North American Dental Group is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our team in Florida. The role involves assisting doctors, expanding duties within state regulations, and supporting patient education and recordkeeping.

The candidate should have EFDA certification or on-the-job training, radiography licensure, CPR certification, and 1–5 years of experience; strong MS Office and dental charting software skills are preferred. This position is on-site with comprehensive benefits.