Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Date Posted: 9/5/2025
Order #103205825
Job Snapshot
- Employee Type:
- Variable
- Location:
- Louisville, KY
- Job Type:
- Apply For A Healthcare Job In Your Area
- Shift:
- First Shift
- Experience:
- Not Specified
- Date Posted:
- 9/5/2025
Job Description
Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) Job Details
Louisville, KY
Monday – Friday | 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM (sometimes until 4:30 PM) | $21.21 per hour
Overtime possible
Temp with intent to hire
EDDA Requirements:
Dental Assistant or EDDA certification
At least 1 year of experience preferred
About the EDDA Role:
Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures
Maintain CPR certification
Assist chair side during the administration of nitrous oxide
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts
Clean and polish removable appliances
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Record treatment information in patient records
Capture x-rays of diagnostic quality
Actively provide hand instruments and materials as needed to the dentist during exams and procedures to help maintain patientcomfort and the dentist’s efficiency
Use and maintain hazard control protocols as established by OSHA and office standards
Manage asepsis and infection control protocols
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies
Occasionally travel by car or plane to participate in continuing education or seminars
Perform routine equipment maintenance and determine when maintenance is needed
Other duties and tasks as periodically assigned
Expanded Duties Dental Assistant Responsibilities:
Re-cement a temporary or permanent crown with temporary cement and schedule follow-up appointment with the dentist
Preliminarily fit and finish composite, using a slow-speed hand-piece if needed
Fabricate temporary crowns that meet office standards for appearance and quality
Provide diagnostic information by exposing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts to lab and office standards
Fabricate temporary restorations, clean and polish removable appliances
Prepare the treatment area by sterilizing, positioning, and delivering instruments for the dentist’s access
Provide suctioning and hand instruments to the dentist during exams and procedures
Select, mix, and place materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth as needed
Manage asepsis and infection control protocols
Why Work With Our Client:
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible date of hire)
LTD and Life Insurance (Employer Paid) – eligible after 6 months of employment
Employee Assistance Program (Employer Paid) – eligible date of hire
401k – eligible date of hire with an Employer match of up to 3% and an Employer contribution of 3%
Vacation and Sick Time based on an accrual rate
Relaxed environment, dress code, and schedule (Monday thru Friday)
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Supportive team environment
Training provided
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 any questions? Shoot us a text or call at (502) 894-0019 ! We’re happy to answer any questions you may have.
Walk-ins welcome!
Louisville
5029 Shelbyville Rd Louisville, KY 40207
(502) 894-0019
Crown Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.
Job Requirements
Dental Assistant or EDDA certification
At least 1 year of experience preferred