Pediatric Dental Assistant | Expanded Duties (EFDA)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Dental Assistant with Expanded Duties Certification (EFDA) to support pediatric dental care. You will assist dentists, prepare supplies, and help ensure safe, efficient procedures for children of all abilities in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, and communicating post-treatment care to families, while upholding infection control standards and patient safety throughout the visit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Dental Assisting or Expanded Duties Certified (EFDA).
• EFDA certification required within 12 months of hire or remaining current.

Responsibilities

• Assists pediatric dental procedures and prepares for treatments.
• Sterilizes and maintains dental instruments and equipment.
• Takes and processes dental X-rays following infection control policies.
• Greet parents, verify patient identity, and prepare operatory prior to procedures.
• Maintains patient information and obtains parental consent as needed.
• Provides post-treatment instructions to parents and patients, both verbal and written.

Skills

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Clinical expertise

Expanded duties experience

Team cooperation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Dental Assisting

EFDA Certification

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Dental Assistant with Expanded Duties Certification (EFDA) to support pediatric dental care. You will assist dentists, prepare supplies, and help ensure safe, efficient procedures for children of all abilities in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, and communicating post-treatment care to families, while upholding infection control standards and patient safety throughout the visit.