What are the responsibilities and job description for the Expanded Duties Dental Assistant position at Care Dental?
Care Dental is looking for an EDDA to join our team! We’re committed to providing modern, conservative care to all our patients, while making them feel like they’re right at home. Our team makes our patients feel confident in their smiles while creating lasting, meaningful relationships along the way. Location : Centennial, CO 80012 Compensation : $30-35 / hr Job responsibilities / duties : Ensure patients comfort during procedures Preparing operatories for treatment Sterilizing instruments Directly assist dentist during procedures using four handed dentistry technique Take x-rays and intraoral photos Accurately and efficiently treatment plan based on doctor’s diagnosis Scheduling patients Providing patient education and post-operative instruction Dental charting and coding Ensure compliance with infection control protocols Perform lab duties such as pouring models, taking impressions, and fabricating temporary crowns Administrative tasks such as answering phones, calling labs, and patient follow-up calls Stock supplies and maintain equipment Accurately document and maintain Patient Health Information Collaboration with team-members Ordering supplies and maintaining budgets Place temporary and permanent restorations in teeth and shape to proper contour
- Removes sutures and places rubber dams as directed by dentist
- Place Sealants
- Fluoride Application
- Coronal Polishing
- Take final impressions
- Monitor nitrous oxide Qualifications : High School Diploma or equivalent CPR / BLS certification required Completion of an accredited dental assisting program preferred DANB Certification required for Washington State EFDA License required for Washington State EDDA Certification required (minimum of one year experience without certification required for Colorado) Radiology Certification required
- School Sealant Program completion Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments Proficiency in dental patient management software such as Open Dental or Dentrix Knowledge of prosthodontics for restorations Experience working with Clear Aligners such as Invisalign is a plus Strong teamwork and communication skills Ability to multi-task Attention to detail Adaptability Benefits : Medical with company paid contribution Dental Vision Company paid Basic Life Ancillary benefits Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance Critical Illness Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Accident Competitive 401K – up to 4% match Competitive PTO Paid Holidays A fun, friendly, and collaborative culture – focus on a healthy work / life balance A BOUT ELEVATE DENTAL PARTNERS : We are a small, innovative, and engaged group of individuals who are continually pushing the organization to the forefront of the industry. With core values that focus on the individualized practices, strong partnerships, best dental care and most importantly investing in the team, Elevate is looking to lead as the benchmark. By acknowledging that our team is our most valuable asset, we’ve developed a culture to provide a high-quality working environment. Powered by JazzHR
Salary : $30 - $35
