Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
About the job
- Current licensure as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in Pennsylvania.
- A demonstrated desire to work in a pediatric setting.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Radiology certification.
- CPR certification.
- Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
- Perform expanded functions, including restorations, extractions, and root canals.
- Take and develop dental X-rays.
- Manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation.
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.
- Provide customer service and patient care.
About the company
Chord Specialty Dental Partners is a multi-specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) that backs pediatric practices, orthodontic locations, and ambulatory surgery centers. It operates across more than 60 locations in six states, providing preventive, diagnostic imaging, and restorative dental care through its affiliated clinicians. Its product is essentially a comprehensive back-office and operational platform that handles financial management, human resources, business development, and other support services, while the dental teams focus on patient care. The company differentiates itself by its wide network of specialty practices, modern equipment and technology, and emphasis on enabling clinicians to deliver patient-centered care rather than juggling business tasks. Its goal is to improve the patient experience and access to dental care by offering robust business support to partner practices, while also growing as an organization and offering career opportunities for its team.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Chord added Oak Tree Pediatric Dentistry in April 2026, extending its Southeast footprint.
- Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry joined in August 2025, adding three Indianapolis locations.
- Chord's 65+ practice network creates cross-referral density and purchasing leverage immediately.
What critics are saying
- A 2024 email breach exposed data on 173,430 people, fueling class actions in 2025.
- Chord still faces unresolved litigation from at least seven consolidated breach lawsuits.
- Its growth depends on specialty acquisitions; stalled deal flow would weaken scale economics quickly.
What makes Chord Specialty Dental Partners unique
- Chord supports 65+ partner practices across six states, spanning pediatrics, orthodontics, and surgery.
- Dr. Steven Melnic became Chief Clinical Officer in July 2024, strengthening specialty clinical leadership.
- Chord mixes DSO back-office scale with preserved clinical autonomy for affiliated practices.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Pet Insurance
- Training Programs
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance