Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

The HealthCare Connection, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Health Insurance and Rewards Program

Dental and Vision Insurance

Free Life & Short-Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer-m

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The HealthCare Connection in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support dentists and hygienists with four-handed care, radiographs, impressions, models, and patient preparation in a busy clinic serving at-risk populations. The role requires a high school diploma, CPR certification, and a radiographer’s license; 2–3 years of experience preferred.

The practice offers a sign-on bonus, comprehensive insurance, retirement plan with employer match, paid holidays,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Radiographer’s license is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• 2–3 years of previous EFDA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and provide four-handed support to dentists and hygienists during treatment.
• Record examination findings and treatments in patient charts.
• Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs.
• Pour and trim study models; manipulate various impression materials.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized operatories.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment trays.
• Perform daily/weekly equipment maintenance.
• Manage clinic inventory and laboratory case flow.
• Place restorative materials, including amalgam and non-metallic restorations.
• Fabricate and place temporary crown and bridge restorations.
• Place dental sealants and medicaments.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radiographer’s License

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Title: Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Reports to: Chief Dental Officer

Organization: The Healthcare Connection (THCC)

About The HealthCare Connection:

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care.

We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.

• **SIGN ON BONUS**
• Health Insurance and Rewards Program
• Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 10 Paid Holidays

Position Summary:

We are seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our dental team immediately. The EFDA will perform advanced intra-oral dental procedures and provide direct support during patient care, ensuring a safe, organized, and welcoming clinical environment.

If you are recognized for exceptional customer service and teamwork, and would love the opportunity to serve an at-risk population while working a consistent full-time schedule with benefits, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients and provide four-handed support to dentists and hygienists during treatment
• Record examination findings and treatments in patient charts
• Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs
• Pour and trim study models; manipulate various impression materials
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized operatories
• Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment trays
• Perform daily/weekly equipment maintenance
• Manage clinic inventory and laboratory case flow
• Place restorative materials, including amalgam and non-metallic restorations
• Fabricate and place temporary crown and bridge restorations
• Place dental sealants and medicaments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Radiographer’s License
• CPR Certification
• 2–3 years of previous experience preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace

The HealthCare Connection is committed to creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients, and community members. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by law.

THCC will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.