Expanded Function Dental Assistant

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Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Job Description

Position: Expanded Function Dental Assistant(EFDA)

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive medical and dental care, patient advocacy and related services to people who need them most, regardless of their ability to pay. Caregivers demonstrate a high level of empathy, compassion and profound respect while providing excellence of care to our patients. They serve as advocates for all of those in our Northeast Ohio community, especially the most vulnerable.

Job Summary:

The Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)will assist in all aspects of dental care provided by Care Alliance Dental Practice. Completes approved EFDA procedures, and assist with dental care during all dental clinics including chairside assisting the dentist.

Task Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to:

• Provide oral hygiene instructions and/or explanations of prescribed treatment to patients.
• Effectively interview the patient, evaluate medical/dental history, chief complaint, and record dental findings and treatment.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols
• Completes the placement of amalgam, composite restorations, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, etc. in an efficient and timely manner
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing and placing materials in preparation for the doctor
• Provides diagnostic information by taking and developing radiographic images; using intra-oral cameras; pouring model casts
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations
• Clean and prepare operatory, tray set-ups, clean and sterilize instruments.
• Verify that all supplies are readily available to allow a smooth flowing clinic.
• General clinic maintenance, including cleaning and restocking.
• Efficient scheduling of appointments and referrals for specialty treatment
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Required:

• High School Diploma, GED and completion of an Expanded Function Dental Assistant program
• Radiology Certified
• BLS Certification
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with computer systems for dental records and digital x-ray, Experience using EPIC is a plus
• Excellent verbal skills and ability to correctly transcribe dental terminology.
• Commitment to the mission of Care Alliance