Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Bright Direction Dental LLC.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A dental practice in Fort Wayne is seeking a compassionate Full Time Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to provide exceptional care to patients. Responsibilities include assisting during treatments, infection control, and patient education on oral hygiene. Candidates should have EFDA Certification in Indiana and effective communication skills. Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• EFDA Certification in the state of Indiana.
• Experience in assisting a dentist during various treatment procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Provide instructions for oral care post-treatment.
• Manage patient flow to maximize doctor's time.

Skills

EFDA Certification

Patient care

Infection control

Oral hygiene instruction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Fort Wayne, IN

Robert C. Scheele D.D.S. & Associates, PC is seeking a skilled and compassionate Full Time Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team! As an EFDA, you will work closely with our dentists and other team members to provide exceptional dental care to our patients.

Schedule:

• Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Tuesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Friday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Job Requirements:

• EFDA Certification in the state of Indiana
• Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
• Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
• Communicating with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies)
• Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery
• Completes approved procedures validated through the Dental Board such as placement of amalgam, composite restorations, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, etc.
• Follow properly issued instructions/directions regarding patient flow and manage the flow of patients to schedule/maximize the doctor’s time if applicable
• Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, as well as access to a variety of voluntary benefits.
• Full-time employees are eligible for paid time off and holiday pay.
• Part-time employees working 16+ hours per week are eligible for paid time off.
• All employees may participate in our 401(k) retirement savings plan, which includes a company match.

Bright Direction Dental is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to abide by these principles and mandates. Bright Direction Dental prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, traits associated with race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Bright Direction Dental conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.