Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Date Posted: 6/15/2026
Job Snapshot
- Employee Type:
- Contract To Perm
- Location:
- Louisville, KY
- Job Type:
- Healthcare
- Date Posted:
- 6/15/2026
Job Description
Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) Job Details
Louisville, KY
Pay: $21.64/hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM (occasionally until 4:30 PM)
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire
Overtime: Possible
EDDA Requirements
- Dental Assistant or Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification required
- At least 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
- Current CPR certification required
- Strong understanding of OSHA standards and infection control procedures
- Excellent communication and patient care skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures
- Assist chairside during the administration of nitrous oxide
- Instruct patients on oral hygiene and plaque control programs
- Take and record medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information
- Capture diagnostic-quality dental radiographs
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for dental procedures
- Provide suctioning, instruments, and materials to the dentist during exams and procedures
- Select, mix, and place dental materials as directed
- Make preliminary impressions and occlusal registrations for study casts
- Pour, trim, and polish study casts according to office standards
- Fabricate temporary crowns and temporary restorations
- Re-cement temporary or permanent crowns using temporary cement and schedule follow-up appointments
- Preliminarily fit and finish composite restorations using a slow-speed handpiece when needed
- Clean and polish removable dental appliances
- Maintain asepsis, sterilization, and infection control protocols
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and identify repair needs
- Participate in continuing education opportunities as required
- Complete additional duties and projects as assigned
About Crown Staffing
Crown Staffing is hiring an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) for a dental practice in Louisville, KY. This position plays a vital role in supporting patient care, assisting providers during procedures, and helping maintain efficient clinical operations.
The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional dental care while supporting a positive patient experience.
Crown Staffing is a staffing and recruiting company that unites character-driven people and companies to build rewarding careers and strong organizations. In 2024, we employed over 22,000 professionals nationwide across industrial, manufacturing, administrative, and healthcare roles. Our partnerships give you access to opportunities you won't find elsewhere.
Walk-ins welcome!
Louisville East Office
5029 Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40207
5029 Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40207
Next Steps
Thank you for your interest in our Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) position! After applying, a member of the Crown Staffing team will contact you shortly.
Have questions? Call or text us today at (502) 894-0019 — we're happy to help!
