Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Mortenson Dental Partners; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) at our Knightstown practice. You will support dentists, prepare rooms, and help deliver high-quality patient care in a team-focused environment.

The role requires EFDA certification, CPR/BLS, and a high school diploma, with opportunities to grow in a modern setting using current dental technology. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• EFDA certification or equivalent required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care and assists dentists and hygienists.
• Prepares treatment room, sterilizes instruments, and passes tools as needed.
• Places and finishes restorations and assists with crowns and dentures.

Skills

EFDA certification

CPR/BLS certification

High school diploma

Dental procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Education

EFDA certification

CPR/BLS certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Job ID: 894

Salary: Up to $29/HR based on experience

Location: 471 N McCullum St, Knightstown, IN 46148

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours: 36

Are you passionate about creating healthy, beautiful smiles while working in a friendly and supportive environment? Do you thrive in a role where your skills make a real difference in patients' lives? If so, we'd love to meet you!

We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team. Our practice is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in an environment where both patients and team members are treated with respect, trust, and genuine support.

What You'll Love About Us:

• A Positive, Team-Oriented Culture: We believe in supporting one another and celebrating successes, big or small.
• Opportunities for Growth: We're committed to helping you advance your skills and reach your career goals.
• Modern Technology & Techniques: Work with state-of-the-art tools in a practice that values staying ahead of the curve.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and an environment that respects your personal time.

Benefits of being part of the Gentle Dentist Team

• Benefits are available after 60 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending (health and dependent care) account
• Paid Time Off & 6 paid holidays off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K
• Daily Pay
• Professional development assistance
• FREE continuing education opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment. Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access; suctioning; and passing instruments.
• Places and finishes permanent restorations, completes preliminary Impressions, makes and polishes temporary crowns, removal temporary crowns, and fitting of permanent crowns and bridges, adjusting occlusions and interproximal areas, application of sealants, and adjusting partials and dentures.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company's determination that the candidate has successfully passed a background check, including a drug screen.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates equally.