Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Kids Dental Brands • Cuyahoga Falls, OH

1d • $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Expanded Function Dental Assistant - Ohio Kids Dental (Cuyahoga Falls) Ohio Kids Dental is offering a full-time opportunity as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant at our Cuyahoga Falls office. We are an upbeat team looking for an individual who has a passion for helping others and wants to make a positive difference in their community. Why Join Us? Modern, kid-friendly facility designed for comfort and efficiency Cutting-edge technology combined with a compassionate care approach A supportive network that encourages growth into leadership roles The chance to make a meaningful impact on childrens health and your own career journey

Requirements

• CDA or RDA and EFDA course completion (as mandated per state requirements)
• X-ray certification
• 1+ years of experience as an EFDA

Nice To Haves

• Coronal Polishing certification

Responsibilities

• Assist office managers in supporting and supervising back-office employees
• Work chair-side with dentists, perform patient care, and general laboratory duties
• Take and process dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take impressions of the patient's teeth (models), extractions, composite fillings, etc...
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures

Benefits

• Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Supplemental Benefits - Voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, and cancer insurance.
• Wellness Program - Incentive-based wellness initiatives to support your physical and mental health, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Security - 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed