Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Moore-Smiles; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

On-the-job training and professional开发

Job summary

Moore-Smiles in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join a supportive clinical team and grow their career. You will use expanded skills to enhance patient care and contribute to an exceptional patient experience.

The role offers competitive pay, benefits, professional development, and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Expanded-functions dental assisting education/training required.
• X-ray/radiography qualifications as required.
• Coronal polishing training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside clinical support to dentists and hygienists
• Perform expanded dental assisting duties within your training and permitted scope
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and patients for procedures
• Capture quality X-rays, panoramic images, digital scans, and 3D images as permitted
• Record medical and dental histories and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Enter treatment plans and update patient records
• Help manage patient flow to keep appointments efficient and on schedule
• Provide post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education
• Monitor lab cases and ensure materials are ready for upcoming appointments
• Sterilize instruments and maintain clean, safe, organized operatories
• Assist with inventory and clinical supplies as needed
• Deliver a positive, comfortable patient experience from arrival through checkout

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Expanded-functions dental assisting education/training

X-ray/radiography qualifications

Coronal polishing training

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Full-Time | Louisville, KY

Extra Skills. Extra Impact. More Opportunity to Grow.

Ready to put your expanded dental assisting skills to work with a team that truly values what you bring?

We’re looking for an experienced, energetic Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) who is passionate about patient care and ready to grow their career. You’ll work alongside a supportive clinical team, use your expanded skills, and play an important role in creating an exceptional experience for every patient.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.

What You’ll Do

As an EFDA, you’ll be an essential part of the clinical team—helping patients feel comfortable while keeping the practice running efficiently.

• Provide chairside clinical support to dentists and hygienists
• Perform expanded dental assisting duties within your training and permitted scope
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and patients for procedures
• Capture quality X-rays, panoramic images, digital scans, and 3D images as permitted
• Record medical and dental histories and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Enter treatment plans and update patient records
• Help manage patient flow to keep appointments efficient and on schedule
• Provide post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education
• Monitor lab cases and ensure materials are ready for upcoming appointments
• Sterilize instruments and maintain clean, safe, organized operatories
• Assist with inventory and clinical supplies as needed
• Deliver a positive, comfortable patient experience from arrival through checkout

What You Bring

• Expanded-functions dental assisting education/training applicable to the duties performed
• X-ray/radiography qualifications as required
• Coronal polishing training preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A dependable, positive, team-first attitude
• A genuine commitment to exceptional patient care

We believe in investing in the people who take great care of our patients.

• Competitive pay based on experience and skills
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• On-the-job training and professional development
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-focused work environment

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you’re looking for an opportunity where your expanded skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a difference, we’d love to meet you.