Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Innovate 32; Goodlettsville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovate32 is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) who combines advanced clinical expertise with natural leadership abilities. This senior role (Level III) involves performing high‑value procedures independently, including restorations, crowns, and final impressions, while leading and mentoring the dental assisting team to ensure peak efficiency.

You will own complex case support, schedule coordination, and clinical mentorship, driving productive workflows and ensuring strict

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of dental assisting experience with proven mastery of advanced procedures.
• EFDA certification or state-recognized equivalent credential.
• All applicable state-required certifications must be current and in good standing.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an expanded functions dental assisting program strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute all reversible intraoral procedures permitted under EFDA certification with accuracy and quality.
• Provide advanced chairside support for complex restorative, multi-quadrant, and surgical procedures.
• Coordinate dental assistant assignments and coverage across all providers to ensure seamless clinical flow.
• Guide DA I and DA II staff on skill development and workflows, fostering continuous learning.
• Partner with providers and management to optimize scheduling and identify efficiency improvements.
• Maintain compliance with infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Leadership

Scheduling coordination

Education

EFDA certification

Tools

Dental practice management software

Job description

Description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Location: 313 Bluebird Drive Goodlettsville, TN 370272

Job Type: Full-time | non-exempt

Department: Clinical Operations

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager / Clinical Director

Master Advanced Clinical Procedures & Lead Your Team

Are you a seasoned dental professional with an EFDA certification ready to take your career to the next level?

Innovate32 is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) who combines advanced clinical expertise with natural leadership abilities. In this senior-level role (Level III), you will go beyond standard chairside assistance to perform high-value procedures independently, including placing restorations, fabricating crowns, and taking final impressions. You will also serve as the functional leader of our dental assisting team, coordinating schedules and mentoring junior staff to ensure peak operational efficiency.

This is a unique opportunity to maximize your clinical scope, drive provider productivity, and shape the culture of our clinical team in a high-performing environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Advanced Clinical Scope: Perform state-authorized expanded functions including placing and finishing restorations, adjusting restorations, fabricating and seating temporary crowns, and taking final impressions.
• Team Leadership: Serve as the go-to clinical resource for procedural questions, mentor DA I and II team members, and coordinate daily scheduling assignments for the assistant team.
• Operational Impact: Directly influence practice productivity by optimizing chair time utilization, identifying workflow inefficiencies, and ensuring smooth multi-quadrant and surgical procedure support.
• Mentorship Opportunity: Set the standard for clinical excellence, provide real-time coaching to peers, and hold the team accountable to high safety and quality expectations.

What You'll Own

• Expanded Clinical Execution: Independently execute all reversible intraoral procedures permitted under your EFDA certification with accuracy, confidence, and consistent quality.
• Complex Case Support: Provide advanced chairside support for complex restorative, multi-quadrant, and surgical procedures, acting as a critical partner to our providers.
• Team Coordination & Scheduling: Coordinate dental assistant assignments and coverage across all providers to ensure seamless clinical flow throughout the day.
• Clinical Mentorship: Guide DA I and DA II staff on skill development, procedural workflows, and professional conduct, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Workflow Optimization: Partner with providers and management to manage productive scheduling, identify efficiency opportunities, and recommend improvements to clinical operations.
• Compliance Leadership: Maintain full compliance with infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards while holding team members accountable to these critical safety protocols.

Who You Are

• The Advanced Clinician: You have 2–3 years of dental assisting experience with demonstrated mastery of advanced chairside and expanded function procedures.
• The Certified Expert: You hold a current Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification or state-recognized equivalent credential.
• The Natural Leader: You possess experience coordinating, scheduling, or mentoring dental assistants and enjoy setting the standard for others to follow.
• The Efficiency Driver: You have a keen eye for workflow details, understand how to optimize chair time, and can spot opportunities for process improvement.
• The Safety Advocate: You are deeply committed to infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA compliance and lead by example in maintaining a safe clinical environment.

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Requirements

Education & Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an expanded functions dental assisting program strongly preferred.
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification or state-recognized equivalent credential.
• All applicable state-required certifications must be current and in good standing.
• 2–3 years of dental assisting experience with proven mastery of advanced procedures.

Preferred:

• Additional expanded duty certifications beyond EFDA (scope varies by state).
• Proficiency in dental practice management and provider scheduling software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage team priorities in a high-volume clinical environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and operatory positioning throughout shifts.
• Repetitive fine motor tasks requiring precision and dexterity.
• Exposure to dental materials, biological materials, radiographic equipment, and sterilization agents.
• Consistent compliance with PPE protocols always.

Join Us at Innovate32

We believe that exceptional patient care relies on a skilled, confident, and supported clinical team. When you join our team, you become a vital leader in driving clinical outcomes and mentorship within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Innovate32 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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