Scatterfield Meadows Family Dental·Anderson, Indiana
Provide clinical chairside support to doctors, including placing fillings and adapting temporary crowns. Maintain accurate patient health records and ensure compliance with state dental regulations.
Overview Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) - Join Us in Transforming Dental Care Location: Scatterfield Meadows Family Dental - Anderson, IN Job Type: Full-time Sign on Bonus: $1,000 About UsAt our practice, we’re committed to delivering exceptional care and putting every patient first at every visit.
Guided by empathy, our mission is to revolutionize the dental experience.
In partnership with North American Dental Group, we have the tools and resources to ensure that both our patients and team members thrive.
Your Work Schedule Monday: 7:45am-5:00pm Tuesday: 7:45am-5:00pm Wednesday: 7:45am-5:00pm Thursday: 7:45am-5:00pm Your Role as an EFDAAs an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you’ll play a critical role in delivering best-in-class care.
You’ll work closely with doctors to provide clinical support, educate patients, and perform expanded duties that elevate the patient experience—all while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
Key Responsibilities Provide chairside support for doctors, including charting, placing fillings, setting up and cleaning operatories, and patient education.
Perform expanded functions such as placing amalgam or composite fillings, adapting temporary crowns, removing sutures, and applying topical fluoride (state-permitted procedures only).
Maintain accurate patient health history and treatment plan documentation in dental software.
Assist in clinical procedures, ensuring a seamless and efficient patient care process.
Stay up-to-date on state regulations and compliance to deliver safe and effective care.
What You’ll Need to Succeed Certification: EFDA certification or on-the-job training as required by state regulations.
1–5 years preferred; new graduates will be considered.
Radiography licensure meeting state requirements.
Requires EFDA certification, radiography licensure, and CPR certification. Preferred experience is 1-5 years, though new graduates will be considered.
Market context
In Indiana, dental assistant roles are often in steady demand in general and pediatric practices, especially for candidates who can support chairside care and clinical workflows. These jobs are competitive because employers commonly look for formal training, CPR/First Aid, and added credentials such as CDA, X-ray, sealant, or pediatric experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to the specific clinical skills listed.
