Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Temple University's Faculty Dental Practice is searching for an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Salary Grade: T23 Learn more about the "T" salary structure here: https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdf A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Must be able to work nontraditional business hours including some shifts from 8 AM - 8 PM during the week and some hours on Saturdays. Job Summary: As the second-oldest dental school in the U.S., the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry upholds a legacy of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare services. Founded in 1863, Kornberg remains a pillar in the dental community. We have more than 7,000 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world. In 2023, the school proudly celebrated its 160th Anniversary.

Kornberg supports health and wellness through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become dedicated and ethical professionals who honor the traditional models of dental care while staying focused on discovering new ones.

We train the experts who lead the field.

Our renowned faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of opportunities and resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics and a preclinical lab that emphasizes collaboration. Students pursue postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education and advanced education in general dentistry programs. The Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) within the Faculty Dental Practice will provide assistance to the residents, faculty and students in the treatment of dental patients in the School of Dentistry. Primary responsibilities will include direct patient care in placing and condensing amalgam restorations; performing fluoride treatments, placing and removing rubber dams; placing and finishing composite resin restorations and /or sealant material; applying cavity liners and bases; placing and removing matrice and wedges while working under the supervision of a licensed dentist. In addition, the EDFA will handle standard dental assistant responsibilities such as assisting with various routine and complex surgical dental procedures including preparing chairs or surgical rooms for procedures, welcoming and seating patients into the chair, performing 4 handed dentistry during procedures, and maintaining and disinfecting operatories between and after patient visits. Other responsibilities will include support during medical emergencies including monitoring emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and infection control and safety protocols, taking x-rays using digital imaging and uploading x-rays and other patient related data into the system, pouring and trimming dental impressions, ordering and maintaining supplies, troubleshooting dental equipment and instruments, maintaining logs for equipment maintenance and safety required by the University, School, and Department for Infection Control, and assisting with the sterilization process. Other responsibilities will include filling in at the front desk when needed, including greeting and checking patients into the clinic, scheduling and confirming appointments, creating and maintaining patient files, tracking and maintaining patient flow within the practice, answering phones, screening calls, taking messages, answering questions of a non-complex nature. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience:
- Must have an EFDA Dental license in Pennsylvania.

- Dental Assisting training and certification from an accredited school.

- Dental Radiology Certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

- CPR certification.

Required Skills and Abilities:

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  - Must be able to primarily work at our clinic located in the Broad St and Spring Garden St area, but travel to the main dental school as needed.

  
  

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  - Ability to obtain PA Child Abuse Clearances.

  
  

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  - Demonstrated knowledge of the standard and complex procedures performed in the clinics area of specialty.

  
  

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  - Demonstrated ability to provide chair-side assistance.

  
  

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  - Ability to utilize dental instruments, sterilizer, operatory equipment, infection control equipment, dental x-ray equipment, and all other standard dental equipment and instruments.

  
  

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  - Must be able to work with a diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, patients and other external contacts.

  
  

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  - Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational and interpersonal skills.

  
  

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  - Demonstrated knowledge of dental terminology, procedures and diagnosis.

  
  

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  - Demonstrated ability to prioritize projects and tasks and to respond to multiple requests.

  
  

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  - Demonstrated ability to work with potential pathogens during dental assisting and sterilization procedures.

  
  

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  - Ability to provide dental assisting within the legal and ethical boundaries set forth by the state.

  
  

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  - Demonstrate lifelong learning.

  
  

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  - Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.

  
  

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  - Ability to adapt and preserver during times of change in circumstances.

  
  

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  - Demonstrate a personal commitment to providing strong customer service.

  
  

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  - Ability to transport/ assist patients in wheelchairs into operatories and departures as needed.

  
  

This position will be on-site. This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.

Temple University:Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Compliance Statement:In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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