Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Elite Dental Partners; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners in Selinsgrove, Snyder County, is looking for a full-time Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. The role involves providing chair-side clinical support, educating patients about oral health, and ensuring a superior patient experience. Candidates should hold an EFDA certification and radiology certification, with at least 2 years of preferred experience. The position offers competitive hourly rates between $28 and $33, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401k, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to team collaboration.
• Proficient with dental software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists.
• Deliver superior patient experience during appointments.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Maintain patient treatment plans and files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Advanced Dental Assistant Certification (EFDA, EDDA, EFODA)

Radiology certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dentrix

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Perform procedures as directed by the Dentist and Hygienist, while maintaining a productive, efficient schedule.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained.

Qualifications

• Advanced Dental Assistant Certification (EFDA, EDDA, EFODA).
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
• Excellent time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software; experience with Dentrix preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment.

Benefits

Benefits for full-time Expanded Functions Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion.

Hourly rate: $28 - $33 USD