Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Riverview Dental • Full-time • Columbus, Ohio, United States • $35 - $42 / hour • 3w ago

About Riverview Dental - Columbus, OH

We’re a patient-focused dental practice that values efficiency, quality work, and a strong team mindset. We’re looking for a full-time EFDA who can step in with confidence, support the clinical team, and help deliver consistently high-quality care. You will work closely with our dentists and other members of our dental team to promote oral health and educate patients. If you have a compassionate personality, this is the place to be!

What We Value:

A Positive Outlook: You bring good energy to the office and focus on solutions.
A Team Player: You are cooperative, supportive, and always willing to lend a hand to your coworkers.
Patient-Focused: You have a "people-first" mentality and take pride in making patients feel comfortable and cared for.
Organized & Reliable: You are detail-oriented, prepared, and take pride in your restorative work.

Our office offers:

Competitive pay: $35-42/hour, based on experience.
No evenings or weekends
Comprehensive, supportive dentist and helpful staff
Hours: M-TH 7:00 - 4:30; Fri 7:00 am- 11:30 pm.
Continuing Education, such as CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens training
Benefits are available for full-time employees. Benefits include Medical insurance, Dental benefits, Vision insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.

Responsibilities:

Perform expanded function duties, including restorative procedures, impressions, provisional restorations, sealants, and other assigned clinical tasks within state guidelines.
Assist the dentist during a full range of procedures with excellent four-handed dentistry skills.
Prepare, organize, and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for efficient workflow.
Take and process digital X-rays with accuracy.
Provide clear and supportive patient communication before, during, and after procedures.
Maintain strict infection control standards and adhere to OSHA and practice protocols.
Document treatment notes accurately in the practice management system.
Support the front desk as needed for smooth daily operations.

Requirements:

Active EFDA certification/license as required by the state.
Minimum of 1 year of chairside experience required.
Strong understanding of dental terminology, procedures, and infection control.
Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Great communication and teamwork skills.

Schedule:

Full-time position