Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Sundance Dental Care of Grants

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Grants, NM
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Sundance Dental Care of Grants | Grants, NM

    Join a patient-focused dental team where your skills and experience make a real impact! We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented EFDA who is passionate about providing excellent patient care and working in a collaborative environment.

    What You'll Do

    • Assist the dentist during a variety of procedures using four-handed dentistry
    • Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
    • Take and maintain accurate patient records
    • Perform expanded functions permitted under New Mexico regulations
    • Provide patient education and post-operative instructions
    • Maintain sterilization and infection control standards
    • Support scheduling and day-to-day clinical operations

    Requirements

    • New Mexico EFDA certification or eligibility
    • Completion of a New Mexico Board-approved EFDA program (or qualifying experience pathway)
    • Current New Mexico certifications in:
      • Radiography
      • Coronal Polishing
      • Topical Fluoride Application
      • Pit and Fissure Sealants
    • Successful completion of:
      • EFDA Clinical Examination
      • New Mexico Jurisprudence Exam (75% or higher)
      • Required apprenticeship and infection control training
    • Strong communication, organization, and patient care skills
    • Experience with dental software preferred

    Preferred

    • Bilingual (Spanish/English)
    • Experience with Dentrix or Eaglesoft

    Benefits

    • Competitive pay
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • Life insurance
    • Employee discounts and perks

    If you're looking for a supportive practice that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient care, we'd love to meet you.