Experienced EFDA dental assistant

Experienced EFDA Dental Assistant – 4-Day Workweek

We are seeking an experienced, dependable Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of hands-on dental assisting experience, takes pride in providing exceptional patient care, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative, high-performing dental team.

Schedule

Clinic hours: Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Some Friday hours may be required based on patient and office needs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of dental assisting experience
• Strong chairside assisting and clinical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the doctor and patient
• Strong understanding of sterilization, infection control, room turnover, and clinical flow
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to take initiative and work independently while supporting the needs of the entire team

Highly Desirable Qualifications

Candidates with additional expanded-function training and certifications are strongly encouraged to apply. Highly desirable qualifications include:

• EFDA / Expanded Function Dental Assistant certification
• Restorative expanded-function certification and experience
• Anesthesia / local anesthetic expanded-function certification or permit, where applicable
• Experience assisting with a broad range of restorative procedures
• Experience with digital dentistry, dental software, and current dental technology
• Strong knowledge of lab case management and tracking
• Ability to confidently manage clinical responsibilities and help maintain an efficient daily schedule

Who Will Thrive in This Position

We are looking for someone who brings experience, confidence, accountability, and a positive attitude to the practice. Our Dental Assistant is an important part of both the clinical team and the patient experience.

The right person understands the importance of teamwork, communicates well, notices what needs to be done, and takes ownership of their responsibilities without needing constant direction.

We value quality dentistry, exceptional patient care, strong relationships, and a supportive team environment.

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, expanded-function certifications, and skill level.

If you are an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a practice where your clinical skills, experience, initiative, and contribution to the team are genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Free parking • Direct patient care • CPR Certification • Teamwork • Dental office • Preparing dental treatment areas • Dental Radiology Certification • Full-time • Mid-level • 3 years • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Dental sterilization procedures • Schedule management • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Uniform allowance • Organizational skills • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • EFDA Certification • Communication skills • Local anesthesia • Paid sick time