Now Hiring: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Location: Perfect Smiles Dental Care – S Dixon Rd & W Blvd, Kokomo, IN
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About Perfect Smiles Dental Care
Perfect Smiles is a proud Heartland Dental supported practice, uniquely tailored to serve the Kokomo community. Led by Dr. Poer, our passionate team of six dental professionals is growing—and we’re looking for an experienced expanded functions dental assistant to join us!
Located near Kokomo Flipsters, our office offers a four-day workweek and a supportive, high-energy environment where your skills will be valued and your growth encouraged.
Why Join Us?
We’re not just offering a job—we’re offering a career path with purpose, perks, and people who care.
✅ Competitive Benefits Package:
- Medical, Vision & Prescription Insurance
- Free Dental Services for you and your dependents (lab fees excluded)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
- Paid Time Off: 6 holidays after 90 days + 2 weeks vacation after 1 year
- Continuing Education & Career Growth Opportunities
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
Join a practice where your expertise is appreciated, your schedule is respected, and your future is bright.
Apply today and become part of the Perfect Smiles family!
More about the role
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
- Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
- Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
- Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and clinical charting
- Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
- Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
- Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow
Requirements:
Indiana Radiology License is required.
Experience Needed:
- 2+ years of chairside clinical experience required
- 1+ year of placing composites required
- Experience working with a dental software, such as Dentrix
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication skills and patient focused mindset
- Attention to detail and strong organization skills
- Ability to facilitate patient flow throughout the office
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
