Pediatric Dental Assistant (EFDA)

D4C DENTAL BRANDS, INC.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Community outreach opportunities

Job summary

American Pediatric Dental Group is seeking a skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our pediatric dental team. As an EFDA, you will support doctors in delivering exceptional care while creating positive experiences for children in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with restorative, surgical, and other pediatric procedures, preparing rooms and instruments, and ensuring infection control.

Qualifications

• Required EFDA/EDDA certification per state regulations.
• Dental Radiology (X-Ray) Certification required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Nitrous Oxide Certification if required by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during pediatric dental procedures (restorative, surgical).
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and stocked.

Skills

EFDA Certification

EDDA Certification

Dental Radiology Certification

Nitrous Oxide Certification

CPR Certification

Pediatric dental experience

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Experience in healthcare environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Description

Now Hiring: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

American Pediatric Dental Group

Job Summary

Description
Now Hiring: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
American Pediatric Dental Group
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.