Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Job Description
Part-Time EFDA – Thursday, Friday & Saturday
We are looking for a reliable, experienced, and motivated Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday coverage.
The ideal candidate is confident in restorative dentistry, enjoys working directly with patients, and can help the doctor provide efficient, high-quality care. This position is ideal for an EFDA who is comfortable with fillings, restorative procedures, prophylaxis, and digital scanning.
Responsibilities
- Assist with and perform restorative procedures and fillings within the scope of state regulations.
- Perform prophylaxis/preventive services as permitted by applicable licensure.
- Assist the dentist with restorative and comprehensive treatment.
- Perform digital intraoral scanning for crowns, bridges, restorations, and other treatment needs.
- Prepare operatories and materials for restorative and preventive procedures.
- Take and maintain accurate clinical and digital records.
- Provide excellent patient care and create a comfortable experience for every patient.
- Follow all OSHA, sterilization, and infection-control protocols.
- Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories.
- Work efficiently with the dentist and clinical team to keep the schedule running smoothly.
- Assist with other clinical duties as needed.
Schedule
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
This is a consistent part-time position with the potential for additional hours based on practice needs and performance.
Qualifications
- Current EFDA certification/licensure as required by the state.
- Dental assisting and EFDA experience preferred.
- Experience with restorative procedures, fillings, prophylaxis, and digital scanning.
- Strong attention to detail and clinical skills.
- Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
- Dependable, punctual, and professional.
- Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
- Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive dental team.
What We Offer
We are looking for someone who wants to become a dependable part of our clinical team and help us provide an excellent patient experience. If you are an EFDA who takes pride in your work, works efficiently, and enjoys restorative dentistry, we would love to hear from you.
Schedule: Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Pay: $30.00 - $44.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Patient comfort • Dental office • Maintaining an organized workspace • Part-time • OSHA • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Interpersonal skills • Restoration • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Dental fillings • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Dental prophylaxis • Disinfection procedures • Clinical data entry • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Intraoral scanners • Digital dental impression taking • Stocking • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Clean workspace maintenance • EFDA Certification • Managing patient records • Communication skills
Job Details
- Job Type
- Part-time
- Salary
- 30 - 44 USD hourly (60,000 - 88,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in OH: $48k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- September 4, 2026
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