Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Job Overview

For nearly four decades, Aerni Dental has been providing comprehensive, precision-driven dental care under one roof. Led by Dr. William M. Aerni, our independent, single-location private practice focuses on long-term oral health through prevention, precision, and partnership. We take pride in our calm, modern office filled with natural light, a consistent team, and stunning views of the surrounding Metroparks.

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our vibrant dental team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering exceptional patient care by performing advanced dental procedures, assisting with complex treatments, and ensuring smooth clinical operations. Your expertise in dental assisting combined with expanded functions will help elevate our practice’s quality of care and efficiency. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills within a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to excellence in dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic, and oral surgery treatments, utilizing four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency.
• Perform expanded functions such as placing fillings, applying sealants, and taking preliminary impressions under dentist supervision.
• Operate and manage dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools while adhering to infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
• Take high-quality digital dental X-rays and CT scans in compliance with HIPAA regulations and dental radiography standards.
• Process and sterilize dental instruments following strict infection control protocols to ensure clinical safety and compliance with healthcare infection prevention policies.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) in Open Dental, ensuring accuracy in medical documentation and medical records management.
• Provide exceptional patient care by explaining procedures, managing patient anxiety, taking vital signs, and ensuring comfort throughout treatment sessions.
• Collaborate with the dental team to coordinate patient scheduling, manage patient management software, and facilitate effective communication between staff members.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and clinical procedures to support comprehensive patient treatment plans.

Skills

• Proficiency with EMR system Open Dental or similar software
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Skilled in taking dental X-rays, including intraoral and extraoral imaging techniques using modern dental equipment.
• Familiarity with dental sterilization procedures, infection prevention management, and aseptic techniques to uphold safety standards.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting with competence in four-handed dentistry practices for seamless workflow.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical documentation standards, and general dentistry procedures including oral surgery and endodontics.
• Experience operating advanced diagnostic tools such as 3D scanners for comprehensive treatment planning.
• Excellent patient management skills to foster trust and deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of dental instrument processing protocols to ensure proper sterilization and readiness of clinical tools.

Join us if you’re passionate about advancing your career as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant! We value energetic professionals committed to delivering top-tier patient care while continuously expanding their technical expertise within a collaborative team environment focused on innovation and excellence in dentistry.

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person