Mobile Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Tampa Family Health Centers•Tampa, FL

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service—it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to culturally diverse communities throughout Hillsborough County. Joining TFHC means becoming part of a mission-driven organization where your work directly supports patient-centered care and expands access for individuals and families across the Tampa Bay area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program
Current Florida Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification required
Current Dental Radiology certification required
Current CPR certification required
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid Florida driver’s license required
Clean and insurable driving record required
Ability and willingness to drive TFHC vehicles as assigned (mobile dental unit bus)

Nice To Haves

Previous dental front-office or administrative experience is preferred
Proficiency with the EPIC electronic medical record system is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide chairside assistance to dentists and dental hygienists during general dental procedures
Prepare treatment areas, instruments, equipment, and materials before patient appointments
Sterilize instruments and maintain infection-control standards within the mobile dental unit
Assist with setting up and closing down the mobile unit at community locations and outreach events
Safely drive and transport the mobile dental unit or other TFHC vehicles as assigned
Complete required vehicle inspections and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns
Support patient registration, check-in, check-out, and appointment scheduling
Verify and update patient demographic, insurance, and contact information
Answer patient questions and provide clear instructions regarding appointments and follow-up care
Submit preauthorizations and maintain accurate clinical and administrative documentation
Assist with dental referrals, treatment coordination, and patient follow-up
Coordinate dental laboratory case pickups, deliveries, and documentation
Monitor clinical and administrative supplies and assist with inventory management
Maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming mobile clinic environment
Enter and review information within the electronic medical record
Travel throughout Hillsborough County based on the mobile unit schedule
Represent TFHC professionally during community events and outreach activities
Perform additional clinical, administrative, and front-desk duties as assigned