Expanded Functions Dental Assistant at Tooth Town in Saint Joseph, MO

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) – Restorative and Prosthodontics

Tooth Town | St. Joseph, MO

Pay: $27.00–$30.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Schedule: 4-Day Workweek | Currently Monday-Thursday (Work schedules may change based on practice needs)
Work Location: In Person – St. Joseph, Missouri

Join Our Team at Tooth Town!

Are you an experienced Expanded Functions Dental Assistant who loves restorative dentistry, takes pride in your work, and wants to be part of a team that truly values your skills?

Tooth Town is growing, and we're looking for a talented, motivated, and dependable Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join our clinical team!

We believe that exceptional dentistry starts with an exceptional team. Our practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered dental care in a welcoming, supportive, and team-oriented environment.

We are looking for an EFDA who is confident in their restorative abilities, enjoys working with both children and adults, and takes initiative to keep the clinical day running smoothly.

If you're passionate about dentistry, have strong clinical skills, and want to work somewhere your contributions make a difference, we'd love to meet you!

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $27–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Four-Day Workweek: Currently Monday–Thursday.
• Three-day weekends under our current schedule. (Work schedules may change based on practice needs)
• Opportunity to utilize your Restorative I & II, and Fixed Prostodontic expanded-function skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment.
• Opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and professional skills.
• The opportunity to provide comprehensive restorative care for both pediatric and adult patients.

What You'll Do

Expanded Restorative Functions

• Perform authorized Restorative I and Restorative II procedures under the required dentist supervision.
• Place, contour, and finish restorative materials within your permitted scope of practice.
• Assist with composite and other restorative procedures.
• Maintain proper isolation and moisture control.
• Ensure restorations meet the dentist's clinical quality expectations.
• Work efficiently alongside the dentist to provide excellent restorative care.

Chairside & Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance.
• Assist with fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, dentures, and other general dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments.
• Obtain dental radiographs when properly qualified.
• Assist with digital impressions and intraoral scanning.
• Fabricate provisional restorations when appropriately qualified and permitted.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Follow infection-control and sterilization protocols.
• Keep clinical areas clean, stocked, organized, and ready for patient care.
• Provide patient education and post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Current Missouri Expanded Functions permits for Restorative I and Restorative II, Fixed Prosthodontics.
• Previous professional dental assisting experience.
• Strong knowledge of restorative procedures, materials, and instruments.
• Excellent chairside assisting and clinical skills.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Comfortable working with both pediatric and adult patients.
• A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of EFDA Restorative experience. Preferred Restorative II EFDA. Will pay for training for a Restorative I permit holder wanting to earn their Restorative II permit.
• Additional Missouri expanded-function permits in fixed or removable prosthodontics.
• Experience fabricating provisional crowns and other temporary restorations.
• Experience with crowns, bridges, veneers, inlays, and onlays.
• Experience with digital radiography and intraoral scanning.
• Applicable nitrous oxide qualifications or Missouri permit.
• Experience with Curve Dental or similar dental software.

The Kind of Team Member Who Thrives at Tooth Town

We believe great dental assistants do more than simply assist.. they help create an outstanding patient experience and contribute to the success of the entire practice.

Our ideal EFDA:

• Takes initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and takes action without constant direction.
• Takes pride in quality: Pays attention to the details that make a difference in restorative dentistry.
• Values teamwork: Is willing to jump in, help coworkers, and support the clinical team.
• Puts patients first: Provides compassionate, patient-centered care, especially for children and anxious patients.
• Stays organized: Keeps treatment rooms prepared, stocked, and running efficiently.
• Communicates effectively: Maintains respectful, professional communication with patients and coworkers.
• Continues to grow: Welcomes feedback, enjoys learning, and strives to improve clinical skills.

Why Tooth Town?

At Tooth Town, we're passionate about helping our patients achieve healthy, confident smiles while creating a comfortable and positive dental experience.

We care about the quality of our dentistry, the relationships we build with our patients, and the teamwork that makes it all possible.

We're looking for someone who shares those values and wants to contribute their experience, skills, and positive attitude to our practice.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an experienced EFDA with Restorative I & II qualifications and are looking for a rewarding opportunity with competitive pay and a four-day workweek, we encourage you to apply today!

We look forward to meeting you and learning how your skills can contribute to the Tooth Town team!

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Experience:

• Expanded Functions Dental Assisting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Restorative I EFDA MO Permit (Preferred)
• Restorative II EFDA MO Permit (Preferred)
• Fixed Prosthodontics EFDA MO Permit (Preferred)
• Removable Prosthodontics EFDA MO Permit (Preferred)
• Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person