Dental EFDA

As a Dental EFDA at our practice, you'll be responsible for performing fillings, taking X-rays, and supporting dentists with restorative patients. Your role also includes sterilization, conducting sealants, assisting with inventory organization, and engaging with patients to provide excellent customer service. You'll work closely with the entire dental team to ensure a productive environment.

To apply for the Dental EFDA position, candidates must have an Ohio EFDA License, a Dental Radiology Certification, and Coronal Polishing certification. Additionally, at least two years of dental assisting experience and one year of placing fillings is preferred, along with being up-to-date on Hepatitis B Vaccinations.

In the Dental EFDA position, effective communication is essential for advising patients about their dental needs and alleviating any concerns. You'll need to relay important information quickly to both patients and team members to ensure that the workflow remains seamless and patient care is prioritized.

Yes, prior experience is important for the Dental EFDA role. We typically require a minimum of two years of dental assisting experience, with a preference for candidates who have at least one year of experience placing fillings. This ensures that you are well-equipped to handle the responsibilities and challenges of the job.

The salary range for the Dental EFDA position is between $58,700 to $73,300, depending on experience and qualifications. This competitive salary reflects our commitment to valuing skilled professionals in the field.

In addition to performing fillings, as a Dental EFDA you'll conduct X-rays, assist in sterilization, help with inventory organization, and manage front desk tasks. You'll also provide support in preparing treatment rooms and instructing patients about dental procedures, enhancing their overall experience.

You can expect a fast-paced and collaborative work environment as a Dental EFDA. Teamwork is crucial in our practice, and everyone works together to achieve operational goals while ensuring that every patient receives top-notch care.

Handling difficult patients requires patience and effective communication. Share your strategies for calming anxious patients, ensuring their comfort, and actively listening to their concerns. Provide examples where your customer service skills made a positive impact.

Discuss your experience using dental software, emphasizing your familiarity with Dentrix if applicable. Talk about how you’ve used software in past roles to schedule appointments, manage patient records, and optimize workflow, showing your adaptability to technology in a dental setting.

Maintaining a sterile environment is crucial. Discuss specific protocols you follow for sterilization, how you ensure tools are properly cleaned and stored, and your general practices to minimize cross-contamination in the office, showcasing your commitment to patient safety.

Mention any courses, workshops, or conferences you’ve attended to stay updated and explain why continuous education is important in dentistry. Show enthusiasm for learning new techniques and how that benefits both the team and patients.

Share a specific example where you successfully managed the pressure of a busy practice, such as multitasking during a hectic day. Detail how you prioritized tasks, collaborated with your team, and ensured patient needs were met despite the challenges.

Express your attraction to the values and culture of this practice. Highlight any specific offerings, like the focus on patient care or collaborative teamwork, that resonate with your professional goals and personal values.

Explain strategies you employ to facilitate communication, such as regular team meetings, using clear language during procedures, and maintaining an open-door policy for discussing responsibilities. Emphasize the importance of teamwork in providing quality patient care.