Part-Time Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Assistant

Equitas Health, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 38,875 - 48,546; Part time

Job summary

Equitas Health, Inc. is seeking a part-time Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Assistant in Dayton, OH. This role involves performing fillings, taking x-rays, and assisting with various dental procedures, requiring a Dental Radiology Certification and strong customer service skills. Applicants should have at least 2 years of dental assisting experience and proficiency with Dentrix. The position offers an hourly rate between $28.22 and $35.24, with a focus on quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dental assisting experience required.
• 1 year of experience placing fillings preferred.
• 2 years of experience taking FMX and panoramic X-rays required.

Responsibilities

• Perform fillings and assist doctors with restorative patients.
• Conduct X-rays and manage patient communications.
• Assist with inventory organization and dental assistant functions.

Skills

Dental assisting

Placing fillings

Taking FMX and panoramic X-rays

Excellent chairside skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency with dental instruments

Productivity management skills

Education

Dental Radiology Certification

Coronal Polishing

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Part-Time Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Assistant

Job Category: Dental

Requisition Number: EXPAN001614

• Posted : May 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Dayton, OH 45402, USA

Description

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

Established in 1984, Equitas Health is a regional not-for-profit community-based healthcare system and federally qualified community health center look‑alike. Its expanded mission has made it one of the nation’s largest HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) healthcare organizations. With 22 offices in 12 cities, it serves more than 67,000 individuals in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia each year through its diverse healthcare and social service delivery system focused around: primary and specialized medical care, retail pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, HIV/STI prevention, advocacy, and community health initiatives.

HOURLY RATE: $28.22- $35.24

PART‑TIME ROLE

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Applicants must be able to tune into details while balancing service quality with efficiency. Since communication is key in a fast-paced/high-volume practice, applicants are required to share knowledge and pass information quickly and effectively—all to promote a fluid work environment. One of the most important functions of EFDAs in our practice is performing fillings with extreme accuracy and with high efficiency. Although speed is very important for this job, the quality of the work and the customer service that accompanies it are equally important.

Along with the aforementioned requirements, it is also expected that the EFDA:

• Be able to fill and polish with efficiency, speed, and accuracy.
• Have excellent chairside skills.
• Proficiency with dental instruments and chairside hardware.
• Possess productivity management skills.
• Be open to a long‑term commitment—ultimately to grow with the practice.
• Be punctual.
• Be able to communicate effectively with patients (good customer service skills).
• Be able to work well under pressure and time constraints.
• Have a high motivation for patient care.
• Has an Ohio Radiology Certificate.
• Has their Hepatitis B vaccinations up-to-date.
• Be familiar with dental software (plus proficiency with Dentrix).

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performing fillings and aiding doctors with their restorative patients.
• Sealants.
• Conducting X-rays (FMX and Panos).
• Child prophylaxis.
• Bite adjustments.
• Temporary crowns and bridges.
• Helping with inventory organization.
• Communicating and instructing patients/parents regarding their dental needs and helping to alleviate any concerns or questions they may have.
• Communicating and coordinating with all team members and management staff to provide a productive work environment and to set/achieve office goals.
• Assisting with regular dental assistant functions (prepping rooms, instrument set‑up/sanitation, model pouring/prep, etc.).
• Assisting with front desk functions.
• Helping with all lab duties (prepping and pouring, checking‑in, scheduling, organizing).
• Must have experience placing fillings, polishing, and putting on sealants.
• All dental assistant duties in addition to all EFDA duties.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE:

• Dental Radiology Certification (Required).
• Coronal Polishing (Required).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications:

• Dental assisting: 2 years (Required).
• Placing fillings: 1 year (Preferred).
• Taking FMX and panoramic X-rays: 2 years (Required).

Background and reference checks will be conducted. In accordance with Equitas Health’s drug‑free workplace policy, pre‑employment drug testing will be administered. Hours may vary, including working some evenings and weekends based on workload. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have been asked to visit for an interview and at that time complete an application for employment. Completing the application does not guarantee employment.

EEO/AA

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.