Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Union-Community-Care; Manheim Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Community Care seeks an Experienced EFDA to assist dentists in patient care and to maintain dental equipment and supplies. The role involves radiographs, chart reviews, and four‑handed dentistry under supervision.

Qualified candidates will hold EFDA accreditation and a current dental license, radiology and CPR certification, and English proficiency. Responsibilities include maintaining OSHA compliance and supporting clinic operations and patient education.

Qualifications

• EFDA accreditation and dental license required.
• Radiology certification and CPR certification required.
• CPR and child abuse clearances updated regularly.
• Proficient in dental and medical terminology.
• English proficiency required for patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes and prepares patient to be treated by the dentist.
• Assists dentist with four-handed dentistry and procedures.
• Takes radiographs and reviews patient histories.
• Positions and engrains restorative materials and sealants as directed.
• Maintains operatory cleanliness and sterilization per policy.
• Provides post-op and home care instructions.
• Interprets for dental providers as needed and supports front desk.

Skills

EFDA accreditation

Licensed

CPR certified

English proficiency

Basic dental terminology

Education

EFDA accreditation

Dental license

Job description

Our Mission, Vision, & Model of CareAt Union Community Care, our purpose is at the forefront of all that we do: we stand for whole health to help you live your fullest life.We envision vibrant and healthy communities supported by inclusive healthcare that embraces each member’s unique culture, needs, and values, and emboldens them to make healthful choices that fuel their well-being and the well-being of others.We believe in whole health. This means we address and heal disease but equally important, we work at the causes of the causes, the social ills that must be addressed to achieve true equity.We listen, learn, and embrace the complex lives and unique strengths of our patients, and we work hard to break down all barriers to care. This means we look through a grassroots lens. We connect with our communities because we are our communities. Each of us is a neighbor, a friend, a family member, and together, we are a trusted community health center.JOB SUMMARYAssists the dentists with providing dental care to the patients of Union Community care (UCC). Also responsible for maintaining the dental equipment, supplies, clinical area and ensuring OSHA compliance.SPECIFIC JOB DUTIESPatient Care1. Welcomes and prepares patient to be treated by the dentist2. Helps patient to feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment3. Takes any prescribed radiographs (x-rays) for the dentists4. Reviews health and dental histories with the patient5. Takes patient’s blood pressure6. Places restorative material after dentist has prepared tooth (teeth)7. Places sealants, polishes and applies fluoride varnish as directed by dentist8. When necessary make notes in the dental chart (i.e. chief complaint and blood pressure readings)9. Prepares operatory for procedure to be performed10. Assists dentist in performing four-handed dentistry following established Policies and Protocols for each individual procedure11. Places and removes rubber dams and matrices (Under Direct Supervision)12. Places and contours amalgam, composite, and other restorative material (Under Direct Supervision)13. Place dental sealants (Under Direct Supervision)14. Apply fluoride treatments and polishing teeth (Under Direct Supervision)15. Following the dental procedure, gives patient any necessary post-op instructions or home care instructions16. Completes the patient visit by taking them to the check-out deskOperatory Maintenance17. After every visit removes all disposable barriers and instruments18. Uses proper pre-cleaning and disinfecting procedures to disinfectant all surfaces and supplies19. Replaces all barriers in operatory and sets up instruments for the next patient20. Maintains dental equipment and informs Dental PM about any necessary equipment repairs21. Ensures dental supplies are stocked in proper areas (i.e. operatory and lab)• Dental Laboratory22. Cleans and sterilizes dental equipment after every patient visit23. Maintains sterilization equipment24. Re-stocks and pulls supply tags for the dental order, gives supply tags to Dental PM 225. Maintains dental radiograph sensors and machine26. Pours impressions27. Tracks dental laboratory cases and contacts dental labs as needed for pick-up or other communicationsMiscellaneous Duties28. Participates in any meetings, seminars, or training sessions as directed.29. Assists as an interpreter for dental providers as needed30. Assists front desk in times of under-staffing31. Performs other work-related duties as assignedPOSITION REQUIREMENTS• EFDA accreditation and licensed• License recertification every two years• Radiology certification; recertified every four years• CPR certified; recertified every two years• Child abuse clearance; re-checked every two years• Attends fraud, waste, abuse and cultural competency classes every year• Knowledge and familiarity with dental and medical terminology• English proficiency requiredESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSIn order to fulfill the requirements of this position, duties 1-31 are considered essential functions of the job.ORGANIZATIONAL INVOLVEMENTThis position is required to participate in mandatory all staff meetings, team meetings and trainings.