Expanded Function Dental Assistant
About The Position
The Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA I) provides advanced chairside support to dentists and helps deliver safe, efficient, high-quality dental care. The role performs expanded functions during restorative and surgical procedures, prepares treatment rooms, takes radiographs and digital scans, educates patients on oral health, and supports a positive patient experience. The EFDA works collaboratively with dentists and the dental care team to support clinical excellence and Premier Community HealthCare’s mission of providing accessible, compassionate care to the communities served. The position is based in New Port Richey, is full time, and may require travel between Premier Community HealthCare sites as needed. It requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Florida Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification.
- Graduate of an American Dental Association (ADA)-accredited Dental Assisting Program.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Knowledge of dental and medical terminology and electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
- Understanding of dental procedures requiring referrals and pre-authorizations.
- Ability to perform expanded dental assisting functions safely and accurately.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Exceptional customer service, empathy, and compassion for diverse patient populations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, providers, and team members, with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
- Commitment to Premier Community HealthCare's mission, vision, and values.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Epic certification and complete annual compliance training.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs. regularly and 30–50 lbs. occasionally; sit for extended periods; and travel between sites as needed.
- Ability to work with direct exposure to computer screens and possible exposure to contagious or infectious diseases.
- Successful completion of the required Level 2 background screening through the Florida AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Nice To Haves
- Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia monitoring certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced chairside assistance during restorative, prosthetic, and oral surgery procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment according to established clinical standards.
- Assist with impressions, evacuation, tissue retraction, cementation, hemostasis, and other expanded functions within scope of practice.
- Take dental radiographs and digital scans while following safety and infection control protocols.
- Prepare and mix dental materials for clinical procedures.
- Verify completion of patient consent forms before treatment.
- Track laboratory cases and process related documentation.
- Review patient charts for completeness, referrals, radiographs, and treatment documentation.
- Communicate scheduling delays and assist with patient flow throughout the clinic.
- Assist chairside during administration of nitrous oxide when appropriately certified.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions.
- Maintain sterilization of instruments, operatories, and equipment in accordance with infection prevention standards.
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and maintain patient confidentiality.
- Participate in Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance initiatives and support departmental goals.
- Support community outreach activities and perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
