Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Per diem)

Chord Specialty Dental Partners; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Per Diem Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) and make a difference in children's dental health! In this role, you'll assist dentists with a variety of procedures, including restorations and extractions, while providing compassionate care to young patients. Your expertise in taking dental X-rays and managing patient records will be essential in creating a welcoming environment. This position offers the flexibility of per diem scheduling across multiple locations, allowing you to contribute to our mission of fostering beautiful smiles and optimal oral health for children. If you're passionate about pediatric dentistry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an EFDA in Pennsylvania is required.
• Radiology and CPR certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and manage patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Oral Hygiene Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Dental X-ray Equipment

Sterilization Equipment

Job description

Overview

Pay: $36 - $38 / Hour (based on experience)

Children's Dental Health is seeking a passionate Per Diem Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our close-knit team in providing top-notch dental care to our patients.

As an EFDA, you'll have the chance to showcase your expanded skills and knowledge, assisting our dentist in a variety of procedures, including restorations, extractions, and root canals. You'll take and develop dental X-rays, manage patient records, and provide education on oral hygiene and post-operative care, all with a friendly and empathetic approach that makes our patients feel at ease.

We want you to bring your passion, skills, and drive to help patients achieve beautiful smiles and better health while creating “wow” experiences at every visit!

Rotating locations: Lancaster PA, Mechanicsburg PA, York PA, Harrisburg PA, Wyomissing PA

Schedule: Per diem

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures
• Perform expanded functions, including restorations, extractions, and root canals
• Take and develop dental X-rays
• Manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
• Provide excellent customer service and patient care

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an EFDA in the state of Pennsylvania
• Demonstrated desire to work in a pediatric setting
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Radiology certification
• CPR certification

Who we are

Children's Dental Health is the leading provider of pediatric dental medicine in the region. Continuing a proud tradition that began with one Philadelphia area practice in the 1970s, we now operate 33 practices and four surgery centers in the PA/NJ/DE marketplace. Leveraging the latest equipment and technology, our affiliated dentists provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients – from infants to adolescents – in fun, welcoming environments designed specifically for the needs of children. We aim to create a foundation of optimal oral health for every child and a supportive, inspiring atmosphere for every team member.