Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA)

Mortenson-Dental-Partner; Lookout Heights (KY); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 39,950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Stock ownership plan

Daily Pay

Continuing education opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mortenson Family Dental is seeking an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our Fort Wright practice. This full-time role offers a $1,200 sign-on bonus and an hourly rate up to $29 based on experience. The position supports dentists and hygienists, conducts X-rays, and helps maintain efficient operations in a team-centered environment.

We value patient care, safety, and a positive work culture. 32 weekly hours and a commitment to high-quality dentistry are expected of the EDDA

Qualifications

• Have your EDDA or EFDA certification.
• Have your high school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain your radiology and CPR certification within the required timeframe.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment; assists dentists and hygienists in diagnosis via X-rays and clinical tests.
• Helps ensure efficient operations by seeking patient referrals, maintaining equipment, utilizing supplies cost-effectively, and posting patient charges.
• Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control.
• Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing the patient.
• Prepares treatment room by sterilizing and delivering instruments; assists dentist with access and suction; passes instruments.
• Places and finishes permanent restorations; completes preliminary impressions.

Skills

Clinical dental assistance

Patient communication

Education

EDDA/EFDA certification

High school diploma

Job description

Fort Wright, 1983 Dixie Hwy, Fort Wright, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Mortenson Family Dental Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA)

$1,200 SIGN-ON BONUS

Job ID: 779

Salary: Up to $29/HR based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours:32

Are you passionate about creating healthy, beautiful smiles while working in a friendly and supportive environment? Do you thrive in a role where your skills make a real difference in patients’ lives? If so, we’d love to meet you!

We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate EDDA to join our team. Our practice is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in an environment where both patients and team members are treated with respect, trust, and genuine support.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• A Positive, Team-Oriented Culture: We believe in supporting one another and celebrating successes, big or small.
• Opportunities for Growth: We’re committed to helping you advance your skills and reach your career goals.
• Modern Technology & Techniques: Work with state-of-the-arc tools in a practice that values staying ahead of the curve.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and an environment that respects your personal time.

Benefits of being part of the Mortenson Family DentalTeam

• Benefits are available after 60 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending (health and dependent care) account
• Paid Time Off & 6 paid holidays off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K
• Daily Pay
• FREE continuing education opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment. Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
• Helps ensure efficient operations by seeking patient referrals, maintaining equipment, utilizing supplies cost-effectively, and posting patient charges accurately.
• Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control.
• Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing the patient.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access; suctioning; and passing instruments.
• Places and finishes permanent restorations, complete preliminary impressions.

Qualifications

• Have your EDDA or EFDA certification
• Have your high school diploma or equivalent
• Obtain your radiology and CPR certification within the required timeframe
• Must pass a background check and drug screening

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company’s determination that the candidate has successfully passed a background check, including a drug screen.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates equally.

Fort Wright, 1983 Dixie Hwy, Fort Wright, Kentucky, United States of America