D4C Dental Brands
EFDA/EDDA Dental Assistant
Woodlawn, Maryland•Full-time
$23 - $26 hourly
$23 - $26 hourly
About the Job
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA/EDDA) – Join Our Growing Team!
Be part of something new! We’re looking for a skilled, dependable, and patient-focused Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA/EDDA) to join our growing dental office. This is a great opportunity to make an impact from the start, work alongside a supportive team, and grow into a full-time position as the office expands in 2027.
If you enjoy helping patients feel comfortable, supporting quality dental care, and using your expanded skills to make a difference, we’d love to meet you!
Schedule:
- Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Friday: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM.
- Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM to start.
- Opportunity to transition to full-time hours in 2027 as the office grows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during procedures and help ensure a smooth patient experience.
- Prepare and maintain instruments, equipment, and treatment areas.
- Follow infection control, sterilization, and safety protocols.
- Perform expanded dental functions within the scope of state regulations.
- Take dental X-rays and impressions.
- Place and contour restorations, apply sealants, and perform coronal polishing as permitted.
- Prepare patients for treatment and provide post-treatment instructions.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices.
- Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Monitor dental supplies and help keep the office organized and efficient.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- EFDA/EDDA certification and dental X-ray certification required.
- CPR certification required.
- Nitrous oxide certification, as required by state regulations.
- Ability to perform coronal polishing.
- Previous dental or medical experience preferred.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
- Strong communication, organization, and patient service skills.
- Comfortable learning and using dental software and office technology.
- Reliable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with a team.
Why Join Us?
Join a new office where you can contribute to building a positive team culture, deliver quality patient care, and grow alongside the practice. With the opportunity to transition into a full-time role in 2027, this is a chance to build your future with us!