Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

The Smilist; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Education opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist is seeking a reliable Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in Wayne, PA. You will support clinicians, prepare trays, and maintain sterile operatory conditions to deliver high-quality dental care. A PA x-ray license and EFDA certification are required, with Dentrix experience preferred.

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the role, along with opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Active EFDA certification required.
• Active PA x-ray license is required.
• 1+ year of dental assistant experience.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and procedures.
• Familiarity with Dentrix preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors to enable efficient dental treatment.
• Prepare tray setups and maintain operatory supplies.
• Keep patients comfortable and focused on treatment.
• Escort patients to the front desk as needed.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.

Skills

EFDA

PA x-ray license

Dental assistant experience

Dentrix experience

Strong communication

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us:

At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year
• Must have an active PA x-ray license
• EFDA required
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients

Position Details:

• Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday - no weekends!
• Salary Range: $28.00-$30.00/hour
• Location: Wayne, PA

The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.