Experienced EFDA Dental Assistant | Cosmetic, Implant, & Comprehensive Dentistry

Our boutique comprehensive dental practice is built around three core principles: Health, Function, and Aesthetics.

We are seeking a highly skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to become the doctor's primary clinical partner. We are looking for someone who takes pride in advanced dentistry, critical thinking, professionalism, and delivering an exceptional patient experience. This is a practice where quality is prioritized over quantity and where every patient receives a personalized experience.

Our doctor is a highly respected clinician and sought-after speaker who attracts patients from across the country seeking cosmetic, restorative, implant, and comprehensive dental care.

Qualifications:

• Holds an active Maryland EFDA certification
• Has extensive chairside experience in restorative, cosmetic, implant, and surgical dentistry
• Understands occlusion and restorative principles
• Has experience with veneers, temporaries, digital dentistry, and scanning technology
• Thinks critically and solves problems independently
• Is confident, professional, and comfortable engaging in clinical discussions, problem-solving, and collaborative treatment planning
• Maintains a polished professional appearance and communicates with warmth, confidence, and professionalism
• Thinks ahead, anticipates needs, and thrives in a high-level clinical environment
• Takes ownership of their role and holds themselves to a high standard
• Values teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of OSHA, HIPAA, sterilization, and infection control standards

Responsibilities:

• Assist with cosmetic, restorative, implant, and surgical procedures
• Support veneer and smile transformation cases
• Fabricate and adjust provisional restorations
• Pack cord and assist with advanced restorative procedures
• Capture high-quality digital scans for restorative and aligner treatment
• Maintain efficient clinical workflows and treatment room readiness
• Provide an elevated patient experience from start to finish
• Collaborate closely with the doctor and team to ensure exceptional outcomes

Schedule:

• Monday - Wednesday 8:30 - 5:30pm
• Thursday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Occasional Fridays as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

• $28-$35/hour based on experience
• Medical stipend
• Paid vacation
• Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Uniforms provided
• CE opportunities
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Supplemental insurance

This position is ideal for an experienced EFDA who enjoys advanced dentistry, values professionalism, and wants to serve as a true clinical partner in a high-performing, patient-centered practice.

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold an active Maryland EFDA certification?
• How many years of dental assisting experience do you have?
• How many years of experience do you have assisting with implant procedures?
• Are you comfortable fabricating temporary crowns and/or veneers?
• Are you experienced with intraoral scanning and digital workflows?
• Describe your experience with cosmetic, implant, and restorative dentistry.
• What does being a doctor's clinical partner mean to you?

Work Location: In person