Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in CROWN POINT, Indiana at Comprehensive Dental Care

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Comprehensive Dental Care | Crown Point, IN

Starting Pay: $25 Per Hour

Full-Time Position

Comprehensive Dental Care is seeking an experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team in Crown Point, Indiana.

We are adding a second Dental Assistant to our clinical team and are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, provides excellent patient care, and enjoys working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

We are a well-established practice and part of Vision Dental Partners, a doctor-led dental group focused on excellent patient care, strong teams, and long-term practice stability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist chairside during general, restorative, and cosmetic procedures.
• Place and contour composite restorations within permitted expanded functions.
• Assist with temporary crowns, restorations, and impressions.
• Perform expanded functions as permitted by Indiana regulations and individual qualifications.
• Take dental radiographs when appropriately certified.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Maintain sterilization, infection control, and OSHA standards.
• Provide patient education and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Coordinate laboratory cases and deliveries.
• Work with the clinical team to ensure efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting pay of $25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical insurance.
• Vision and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee dental benefits.
• Health Savings Account option.
• Uniform allowance.
• Continuing education support.

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity where your skills are valued and your team supports you, we'd like to hear from you.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Expanded Functions training and qualifications recognized in Indiana.
• Experience assisting with general and restorative dental procedures.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Dependable, organized, and professional.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Indiana dental radiography certification.
• Experience with composite restorations, temporary crowns, and impressions.
• Dentrix dental software experience.
• Experience in a busy general dentistry practice.