Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
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| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$22 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Dublin, Ohio |
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) with River Ridge Pediatric Dentistry to join our dental team. The EFDA will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, assisting the dentist during procedures, and performing expanded functions as allowed by state regulations. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to patient satisfaction.
Requirements:
- EFDA Certification.
- Coronal Polishing Certification.
- Xray Certification.
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8a - 4p
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, endodontic, and surgical treatments.
- Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials required for patient treatment.
- Ensure a clean and sterile working environment by following infection control protocols.
Expanded Functions:
Perform expanded duties such as placing and contouring restorations, taking impressions, and applying sealants, as permitted by state law.
Conduct preliminary charting of the oral cavity and take dental radiographs (X-rays).
Patient Care:
- Greet and prepare patients for dental treatment.
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health.
Administrative Duties:
- Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and procedures performed.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments as needed.
- Manage inventory of dental supplies and place orders to ensure availability.
EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:
- A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
- A Dental Assistant state certification, including but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA), according to state requirement.
- CPR certification
- Bilingual preferred, but not required.
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