Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Family First Health is seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant for our Downtown York location. As a EFDA at Family First Health, you should have a reputed company and outgoing personality, excellent patient care skills, and strong organizational skills. A reputed company clinical staff member should have: Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology Ability to build relationships with patients Computer proficiency, the ability to learn new programs and an X-ray certification. This position is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to learn and grow with a reputed company dental team. We're dedicated to offering trustworthy dental services and care. The EFDA position will play a large role in that. If this sounds a like a good fit, we would love to hear from you. 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