Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

The Gentle Dentist
  • Trappe, PA
  • $33–$36 Per Hour
  • Full-time
23 days ago

Job Description

Job description:


Join Our Award-Winning Dental Team – EFDA Position with $1,000 Sign-On Bonus plus a chance to get a monthly bonus!


Are you an EFDA who's tired of the typical dental office grind? Ready for a workplace where your expertise is celebrated and every win is shared?


Why You'll Love Working Here


This isn't just another dental job—it's a career home. Our state-of-the-art practice combines cutting-edge technology with a culture that actually makes Monday mornings something to look forward to. We believe that exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team, and we invest in both.


What Makes Us Different:


  • Team-First Culture – We don't just talk about culture; we live it. Regular team celebrations, appreciation events, and a genuine family atmosphere
  • Modern Technology – Work with the latest equipment and digital systems that make your job easier and more rewarding
  • Growth-Minded – Professional development opportunities and support for continuing your education
  • Balanced Schedule – 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday) means three-day weekends, every week
  • Competitive Compensation – Plus that sweet $1,000 sign-on bonus to get you started right
What You'll Be Doing


As our EFDA, you'll be the clinical powerhouse working alongside our doctors to deliver outstanding patient experiences. Your day includes:


Clinical Excellence:


  • Complete restorative procedures within your state certification scope—crowns, bridges, and more
  • Perform fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventive care
  • Create impressions and digital scans for appliances and guards
  • Maintain impeccable infection control and safety standards
Patient Connection:


  • Build relationships with patients and families, becoming their trusted care partner
  • Educate and inform with confidence and compassion
  • Create a welcoming environment that keeps patients coming back
Team Collaboration:


  • Work efficiently with doctors and team members to maximize patient care
  • Maintain organized, ready-to-go operatories
  • Adapt to schedule changes with grace and professionalism
What You Bring to the Table


Required:


  • EFDA Certification (current)
  • BLS Certification (current)
  • X-Ray Certification (current)
  • 2+ years of dental assisting experience
  • 1+ year of EFDA experience preferred
Nice to Have:


  • Lab experience (but we'll train you if you're eager to learn!)
  • Digital dentistry experience
  • A positive attitude and team-player mentality
The Complete Package


Compensation: $33-$36/hour (based on experience) + $1,000 sign-on bonus


Benefits:


  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance (obviously!)
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
Schedule:


  • Four 10-hour shifts (Monday-Thursday)
  • Enjoy three-day weekends, every single week!
Location: Trappe, PA 19426


Ready to Make the Move?


If you're an EFDA who's ready to work somewhere you're genuinely excited about, where your skills are valued and your growth is supported, we want to hear from you!


This position requires the ability to commute to or relocate to Trappe, PA before your start date.


We're building something special here—come be part of it!


Job Type: Full-time


Experience:


  • EFDA: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:


  • EFDA Certification (Required)
  • BLS Certification (Required)
  • X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:


  • Trappe, PA 19426 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:


  • Trappe, PA 19426: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Numbers & Facts

LocationTrappe, PA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$33–$36 Per Hour
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Skills

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Dentistryunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Laboratoryunmatched
  • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Preventive Medicineunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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