Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and skilled and experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) (minimum 5 years experience as FT EFDA) to join our dental practice. As an EFDA, you will play a crucial role in assisting the dentist and providing high-quality dental care to our patients. If you are passionate about dentistry and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Friendly, hard working teammates and doctors focused on quality not high volume.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments
- Take dental x-rays
- Perform dental charting and maintain accurate patient records
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures, including passing instruments, suctioning, and retracting tissues
- Perform basic laboratory duties such as pouring impressions and fabricating temporary crowns
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care instructions
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the dental office's appointment book
- Assist with dental receptionist duties as needed
Qualifications:
- Valid EFDA certification in accordance with state regulations
- Proficiency in aseptic technique and infection control protocols
- Familiarity with dental software systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Experience with CAD/CAM technology is a plus
- Knowledge of medical documentation and vital signs is beneficial
We offer competitive compensation based on experience.
Please note that all positions at our dental practice are paid positions, including internships.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bethlehem, PA 18017 (Required)
Work Location: In person