Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Family Ecodental Llc; Union City (NJ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance options

Paid holidays and vacation time

Retirement plan 401(K) available

Supportive, team-oriented work culture

Job summary

A dental care provider in Union City is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support both patients and providers. The EFDA will perform essential clinical duties, ensure patient comfort, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have an accredited EFDA program completion, state licensure, and strong knowledge of dental procedures. This role offers competitive pay, health insurance options, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited EFDA program.
• Current EFDA certification/licensure (as required by state).
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and materials.
• Excellent communication and patient-relations skills.
• Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Place, contour, and finish dental restorations (fillings).
• Take impressions, pour models, and fabricate temporary crowns/bridges.
• Place sealants, liners, and fluoride treatments.
• Take and process digital dental radiographs.
• Provide chairside assistance during exams, cleanings, and procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care.
• Maintain accurate charting and patient records.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize instruments.
• Help manage dental supplies and inventory.
• Contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

About Us: At Family EcoDental, we take pride in providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a welcoming and professional environment. Our team works closely together to deliver comprehensive general dentistry services, as well as specialty services through our independent contractors. We are seeking a skilled EFDA to join us in supporting both our patients and providers.

Position Summary: The Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) will play a vital role in delivering high-quality general dentistry care. This position includes performing advanced clinical duties as permitted by state law, assisting the dentist during procedures, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and cared for throughout their visit.

Responsibilities

• Place, contour, and finish dental restorations (fillings).
• Take impressions, pour models, and fabricate temporary crowns/bridges.
• Place sealants, liners, and fluoride treatments.
• Take and process digital dental radiographs.
• Provide chairside assistance during exams, cleanings, and procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care.
• Maintain accurate charting and patient records in the dental software system.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize instruments, and follow strict infection control protocols.
• Help manage dental supplies and inventory.
• Contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited EFDA program.
• Current EFDA certification/licensure (as required by state).
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and materials.
• Excellent communication and patient-relations skills.
• Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a general dentistry office.
• Familiarity with dental practice management software and digital x-ray systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (commensurate with experience).
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
• Health, insurance options.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Retirement plan 401(K) available.
• Supportive, team-oriented work culture.

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday and alternating Saturdays.

How to Apply

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