Flex Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

West-10th-Dental-Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

West 10th Dental Group is seeking a dedicated EFDA to join our team across four practices in the west Indianapolis area. The role involves assisting dentists, preparing rooms, and supporting patient care with flexible scheduling in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate holds EFDA certification, CPR/BLS, and a high school diploma, with strong communication and dental knowledge. Equal opportunity employer and background check required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care and assists dentists and hygienists.
• Prepares treatment rooms, sterilizes instruments, and passes instruments as needed.
• Places and finishes restorations, impressions, crowns, and bridges, and adjusts occlusion.

Skills

EFDA certification

CPR/BLS

High School Diploma

Dental terminology

Communication skills

Job description

Flex Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

West 10th, 6443 W 10th St, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Flex Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Job ID:758

Salary: Up to$28/HR based on experience

Location: 4 dental practices within the west Indianapolis area

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours:40

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 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. The ideal Flex Team Member will be a person who loves change and is comfortable commuting to different offices within the Indianapolis area. The ability to adapt to different personalities and provide assistance where it is needed.

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 Group 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
• 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.

West 10th, 6443 W 10th St, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America