What are the responsibilities and job description for the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) position at Gentle Family Dentistry?
We are a reputable dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality oral healthcare services to our valued patients. We are committed to creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for both our team and our patients, and we're looking for a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our dynamic team.
Job Description:
As an EFDA at our dental practice, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of our dental practice. You will work closely with our dental team to provide top-notch patient care and support. Your responsibilities will include performing expanded functions procedures such as placing and finishing dental restorations, taking impressions, and fabricating temporary crowns. Additionally, you will assist the dentist during various dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety, sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment, educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care, manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation, and provide exceptional customer service to our patients to ensure their overall satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
- State certification as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
- X-ray certification
- Strong knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team
- Outstanding patient care and customer service skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30
