Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - - Ambler, PA

Experienced EFDA — Part-Time | $30–$35/hr Maple Glen Modern Dentistry | Maple Glen / Ambler, PA Pay: $30–$35 per hour, based on experience and clinical ability We're willing to pay toward the top of the range for an EFDA who can work confidently and independently and is an exceptional fit for our team. Schedule: Monday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (patient care 8AM - 3PM) Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM (patient care 10AM - 7PM) Friday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM (patient care 9AM - 2PM) Approximately 23 hours per week. As the practice continues to grow, there may be opportunities for additional hours in the future We're Looking for More Than Just an EFDA Maple Glen Modern Dentistry is a growing, privately owned dental practice looking for an experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our team three days per week. We're building a practice centered around excellent dentistry, exceptional patient experiences, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Clinical skill matters. Culture fit matters just as much. We're looking for someone who is confident in their abilities, takes ownership of their work, connects naturally with patients, supports the people around them, and wants to be part of building a great practice. If you're looking for an office where you can simply clock in, complete your assigned tasks, and clock out, this probably isn't the right position. If you want to be trusted, have autonomy, continue improving clinically, and help shape the culture of a growing private practice, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Be Doing We're looking for an EFDA who is comfortable working independently within their permitted scope of practice. You should be comfortable with: Independently placing, contouring, finishing, and polishing direct restorations Packing gingival retraction cord Fabricating and adjusting high-quality temporary crowns and bridges Using an intraoral scanner Taking digital radiographs and intraoral photographs Assisting with restorative and cosmetic dentistry Assisting with root canals, extractions, implants, and other procedures Maintaining excellent isolation and moisture control Communicating clearly with patients about procedures and post-operative instructions Keeping operatories organized, stocked, and running efficiently Our office utilizes modern technology and digital workflows, so being comfortable with technology is important. The Person We're Looking For Technical skills can be taught and improved. Attitude, work ethic, and how you treat people are harder to teach. You'll likely fit our team well if you: Bring positive energy to work Are dependable and punctual Take initiative without constantly needing direction Notice what needs to be done and do it Take pride in doing things the right way Are confident without having an ego Communicate well with patients and coworkers Enjoy making patients feel comfortable Are willing to help teammates regardless of whose "job" something technically is Accept feedback well Want to continue learning and improving Understand that every interaction contributes to the patient's experience We believe dentistry should be relational, not transactional , and every member of our team plays a role in making patients feel genuinely cared for. Qualifications Required: Current Pennsylvania EFDA credentials Current Pennsylvania radiology certification as applicable Current CPR/BLS certification Dental assisting experience Confidence performing expanded functions independently within Pennsylvania EFDA scope Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Preferred: Strong restorative experience Intraoral scanning experience Experience with digital dental workflows, including 3D printing Experience in a comprehensive general dentistry practice Don't check every preferred box? We still encourage you to apply. A great attitude, strong clinical foundation, and the right personality are more important to us than having experience with every piece of technology we use. Why Join Maple Glen Modern Dentistry? Joining a growing practice is different from joining an office that's been doing things the same way for 20 years. You'll have an opportunity to help shape our systems, our patient experience, and our culture as we grow. We want Maple Glen Modern Dentistry to be a place where our team: Is proud of the dentistry we provide Feels trusted and appreciated Enjoys coming to work Continues growing professionally Works together rather than simply alongside one another We're looking for someone who wants to grow with the practice. How to Apply Please submit your resume and answer the following question in your application: "What makes a dental office a great place to work, and what are you looking for in your next dental team?" We're intentionally asking this because finding the right person for our team is just as important to us as finding the right resume. We look forward to meeting you. Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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