About this role
Overview
As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant at Children’s Dental Health in Mechanicsburg, you’ll put your advanced training to work helping kids build a foundation of healthy smiles in a fun, welcoming environment. Working alongside our pediatric dentists, you’ll provide chairside support and perform expanded functions such as placing and finishing restorations, applying sealants, and coronal polishing, while supporting comprehensive care for patients from infancy through adolescence. The ideal candidate is skilled, efficient, and detail-oriented, with a patient, upbeat personality that puts children and their families at ease. If you love working with kids and want to grow with the region’s leading pediatric dental provider, backed by the latest equipment and technology, we’d love to have you join our team. At a glance Pay: $31-$33, based on experience Sign-on bonus: $2,500 paid after 30 days Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:45am-5:45pm and Fridays and Saturdays as needed Location: Mechanicsburg, PA What we offer: • Medical and vision insurance: You’re eligible starting the first month after you join. • Dental coverage: Enjoy this benefit with $0 premium. • 401(k) plan with company match • Generous paid time off and holidays • Employee referral program: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team. • Big savings, big perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts on everything from restaurants and travel to movies and more. • Pet insurance: We understand the importance of furry family members too. • Cutting-edge technology and training: We provide the tools and resources you need to excel in your role. • Life and disability insurance options • Keep growing your career with our Education Assistance Program, which helps cover the cost of CE courses, certifications, and advanced degrees.
Responsibilities
• Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures• Perform expanded functions, including restorations, extractions, and root canals• Take and develop dental X-rays• Manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care• Provide excellent customer service and patient care Where Your Career Can Go Your first job here is just the beginning. As you grow, you can move into roles like: • Clinical trainer, mentoring new EFDA’s and Dental Assistants • Office leadership, helping run a practice day to day
With practices across our network, you’ll have room to grow without having to start over somewhere new.
Qualifications
• Current licensure as an EFDA in the state of PA• Demonstrated desire to work in a pediatric setting• High school diploma or equivalent• Radiology certification• CPR certification
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