We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Assistance:
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.
Qualifications:
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 requirements.
CPR certification
Bilingual preferred, but not required.
JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
Must be customer service oriented and able to always communicate with a pleasant demeanor.
Communication - effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
Must be able to project a capable and professional image- one that is reflective of Company Values.
Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask, and perform job duties in a timely manner.
Must have PC skills with an ability to learn and successfully use new software programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred, as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.
Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m
Requirements:
Bilingual preferred
EFDA Certification
N2O Certification
Xray Certification
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Salary
$26
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Copying Machinesunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Dentistryunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Fax Machinesunmatched
Health Maintenanceunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
Multilingualunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Office Equipmentunmatched
Oral Surgeryunmatched
Order Suppliesunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Radiographyunmatched
Radiologyunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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