Pediatric Dental Assistant (EFDA)

D4C Dental; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Career growth

Community outreach

Job summary

American Pediatric Dental Group is seeking a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our pediatric dentistry team. You will support doctors during procedures, prepare rooms and materials, and uphold infection control standards to deliver exceptional care for children.

Ideal candidates will have EFDA/EDDA certification, radiology and CPR credentials, and a passion for educating families on oral health while thriving in a fast-paced, child-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA/EDDA) certification as required by state regulations.
• Dental Radiology (X-Ray) Certification
• Nitrous Oxide Certification (if required by state)
• Current CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during restorative, surgical, and other pediatric dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Ensure treatment rooms are clean, organized, and fully stocked.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EFDA/EDDA certification

Dental Radiology Certification

Nitrous Oxide Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

American Pediatric Dental Group is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our growing pediatric dental team.

Job Summary

American Pediatric Dental Group is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our growing pediatric dental team.

As an EFDA, you'll play an essential role in creating positive dental experiences for children while supporting our doctors in delivering exceptional clinical care. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with kids, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in providing outstanding patient care.

Schedule

• Monday: 9:15 AM - 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• Tuesday: 8:15 AM - 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

• Wednesday: 8:15 AM - 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

• Thursday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• Friday: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

• Saturday: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Note- when you work on a Saturday, you will have a day off during the week)

What You'll Do

Clinical Support

• Assist dentists during restorative, surgical, and other pediatric dental procedures

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care

• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards

• Ensure treatment rooms are clean, organized, and fully stocked

Expanded Functions

• Perform expanded duties as permitted by state regulations, including:
  • Placing and contouring restorations
  • Taking impressions
  • Applying sealants
  • Taking dental radiographs (X-rays)
  • Assisting with patient charting and clinical documentation

Patient Care

• Welcome and prepare patients for treatment

• Help children feel comfortable and at ease throughout their visit

• Educate patients and parents on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment instructions

• Deliver exceptional customer service to every patient and family

Office Support

• Maintain accurate patient records

• Assist with scheduling and appointment confirmations when needed

• Monitor and help maintain dental supply inventory

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA/EDDA) certification as required by state regulations
• Dental Radiology (X-Ray) Certification
• Nitrous Oxide Certification (if required by state)
• Current CPR Certification

Preferred

• Pediatric dental experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience working in a dental or healthcare environment

What We're Looking For

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Friendly, compassionate, and patient-focused
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Reliable with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and teammates
• Comfortable learning new technology and dental software
• Positive attitude and strong team mentality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Travel between assigned office locations, if needed
• Attend team meetings, morning huddles, and continuing education events

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Professional growth and continuing education opportunities
• Community outreach and volunteer opportunities

If you're passionate about pediatric dentistry and want to be part of a team dedicated to helping children build healthy, confident smiles, we'd love to meet you.