Job Title: Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Reports to: Chief Dental Officer
Organization: The Healthcare Connection (THCC) Location: 1401 Steffan Ave., Cincinnati, OH
About The HealthCare Connection -----------------------------
Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohios first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality, culturally sensitive, and accessible primary healthcare services. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care. We boast two primary care locations and six school-based health centers, providing quality, value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We offer services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Womens Health, and Pharmacy.
Benefits ----------
• Sign On Bonus • Health Insurance and Rewards Program • Dental and Vision Insurance • Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance • 403b Retirement Plan with employer match • Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) • 10 Paid Holidays
Position Summary ----------------
We are seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our dental team immediately. The EFDA will perform advanced intra-oral dental procedures and provide direct support during patient care, ensuring a safe, organized, and welcoming clinical environment. If you are recognized for exceptional customer service and teamwork and would love the opportunity to serve an at-risk population while working a consistent full-time schedule with benefits, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities ---------------------
• Assist patients and provide four-handed support to dentists and hygienists during treatment • Record examination findings and treatments in patient charts • Expose process and mount dental radiographs • Pour and trim study models • Manipulate various impression materials • Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized operatories • Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment trays • Perform daily/weekly equipment maintenance • Manage clinic inventory and laboratory case flow • Place restorative materials, including amalgam and non-metallic restorations • Fabricate and place temporary crown and bridge restorations • Place dental sealants and medicaments
Qualifications --------------
• High school diploma or GED required • Radiographers License • Certified Dental Assistant credential • State Board EFDA Certification • CPR Certification • 2-3 years of previous experience preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug-Free Workplace ---------------------------------------------------
The HealthCare Connection is committed to creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients, and community members. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by law. THCC will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.