Expanded Functions Dental Assistant- Saturdays

Mortenson Dental Partners; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Stock ownership plan

Daily Pay

Education opportunities

Job summary

West 10th Dental Team seeks an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our Indianapolis practice. This full-time role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a Saturday shift, with 7 weekly hours. The EFDA certification and CPR/BLS are preferred, along with a high school diploma.

You will support clinicians, prepare rooms, and contribute to positive patient experiences. We provide comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities, and modern dental technologies in a collaborative, team‑oriented

Qualifications

• EFDA certification or equivalent required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care while assisting dentists and hygienists.
• Prepares treatment rooms and sterilizes instruments; passes tools during procedures.
• Places and finishes restorations and assists with crowns, impressions, and occlusal adjustments.

Skills

Communication skills

Dental terminology knowledge

Patient care empathy

Education

EFDA certification

High School Diploma

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

$2500 Sign On Bonus

Job ID: 994

Location: 6443 W 10th St #204, Indianapolis, IN 46214

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours: 7 hours

Schedule: Saturdays( Saturday 7:30am - 2pm) 7 hours daily

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 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 West 10th Dental 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.