Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) – Growth & Training

Heartland; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Vision care

Job summary

Whitewater Valley Dental, part of the Heartland Dental family, is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team in Indiana. You will support the clinical treatment, take and develop X-rays, manage lab tasks, and help maintain patient comfort and care.

A state license and strong interpersonal skills are essential. We offer scheduled shifts Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Fridays when scheduled).

Qualifications

• As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant you must have a positive and outgoing personality and strong patient-care skills.
• Superior knowledge of dental procedures and terminology and ability to build rapport with patients.
• Good manual dexterity and comfort with dental equipment and procedures.
• Proficiency with computer systems and the ability to learn new programs.
• Dental assisting school certificate is a plus and prior dental practice is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Take and develop X-rays and organize and maintain lab equipment.
• Assist the dentist in managing dental emergencies and supporting clinical treatment care.
• Participate in continuing education and training opportunities offered by Heartland Dental networks.

Skills

Excellent patient care

Interpersonal communication

Manual dexterity

Computer proficiency

Team collaboration

Travel for training

Education

Dental assisting school certificate

Experience in dental practice

Job description

Whitewater Valley Dental, part of the Heartland Dental family, is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team in Indiana. You will support the clinical treatment, take and develop X-rays, manage lab tasks, and help maintain patient comfort and care.

A state license and strong interpersonal skills are essential. We offer scheduled shifts Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Fridays when scheduled).