Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) – Dental Arts of Drexel Hill

Guardian Dentistry Partners; Garrettford (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry Partners' Dental Arts Drexel Hill practice is hiring an Expanded Function Dental Assistant to support dentists in a fast-paced, patient‑focused environment. You will prepare rooms, assist chairside, take X-rays, impressions and polishes, while building trust with patients and maintaining high infection control standards.

The role requires EFDA certification and current radiology certification, with a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package within a growing

Qualifications

• EFDA experience preferred.
• State EFDA certification required or in progress.
• Current state radiology certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment is ready for the dentist.
• Assist the dentist chairside by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Perform coronal polishing and apply fluoride treatments.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Take impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Update patient dental histories and greet patients.
• Coordinate scheduling and assist with payment procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Oral anatomy

Communication

Empathy

Education

EFDA certification

State radiology certification

Job description

Location:

Dental Arts Drexel Hill

Join a patient-focused practice that feels like a second family.

Dental Arts of Drexel Hill is looking for a dynamic, experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to join our dental team. We are proud to serve our Drexel Hill neighbors with high-quality, compassionate care, and we’re looking for a teammate who shares that commitment. Dental Arts of Drexel Hill is part of the Guardian Dentistry Partners (GDP) network, which means you get the warmth and culture of a close-knit local practice with the support, stability, and benefits of a growing national network.

Schedule

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Summary

As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant, you will support our dentists by preparing treatment rooms, maintaining the highest cleanliness standards, and building warm relationships with our patients. Your day will include taking X-rays, performing coronal polishing, taking impressions, and assisting the dentist during a variety of procedures. The ideal candidate is empathetic, patient, quick-thinking, and genuinely enjoys helping others.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure all equipment is ready for the dentist
• Assist the dentist chairside by handing instruments and anticipating needs
• Perform coronal polishing to remove stains and apply fluoride treatments
• Take and process X-rays
• Take impressions and bite registrations so the right treatment can be prepared
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Take and update patient dental histories
• Greet patients, schedule routine and follow-up appointments, and assist with payment procedures
• Educate patients on recommended oral hygiene and clearly deliver post-operative care instructions
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Handle general clinic duties to keep the office running smoothly

What You’ll Bring

• Strong manual dexterity and comfort working in tight spaces with small instruments
• Working knowledge of oral anatomy and dental terminology
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals, and implants
• Professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with teammates and patients
• A drive to be the best at your craft and provide exceptional patient care

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of EFDA experience preferred
• State certification in EFDA (requirements vary by state)
• Current state radiology certification

Compensation & Benefits

$3,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

• Guaranteed hourly rate of $28-$35
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans (offered at 30+ hours per week)
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible scheduling

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about patient care and want to grow with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more about our network at www.guardiandentistry.com.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.