Lead Dental Assistant with Expanded Functions (EFDA)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Federal retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Florida is seeking a Dental Assistant (LDA) with Expanded Functions (EFDA) to lead clinical procedures and manage administrative duties, ensuring high-quality patient care.

The role requires CODA-accredited training, DANB certification, radiography credentials, and strong English proficiency, with responsibilities spanning from direct patient care to front-d desk oversight and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Six months experience or education equivalent.
• Radiographer certification required by law.
• DANB certification required for all positions above the full performance level.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during treatments and prepare instruments.
• Take and process dental X-rays and manage patient comfort.
• Lead dental assistants and provide administrative oversight.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and maintain patient records.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced clinical skills

Administrative duties

English language proficiency

Education

CODA-accredited dental assistant program

DANB Certification

Tools

Radiography credentials

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Florida is seeking a Dental Assistant (LDA) with Expanded Functions (EFDA) to lead clinical procedures and manage administrative duties, ensuring high-quality patient care.

The role requires CODA-accredited training, DANB certification, radiography credentials, and strong English proficiency, with responsibilities spanning from direct patient care to front-d desk oversight and record-keeping.