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Expanded Functions Dental Assistant roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and select positions requiring advanced credentials may qualify under EB-2. Employers file a labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your permanent residency, making dental group practices and multi-location clinics the most active sponsors.
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Get Access To All JobsOur Terre Haute, Vivid Smiles office is looking for a dedicated candidate to join our team as a certified Expanded Function Dental Assistant!
About the Company
Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.
Job Purpose
To provide advanced dental assistance to dentists, lead and mentor junior dental assistants, and exemplify Familia Dental's culture, mission, and values. This position requires extensive experience and advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform all duties of Dental Assistant 1 and 2 with advanced proficiency
- Lead and mentor junior dental assistants, providing guidance and training
- Assist in complex dental procedures and oral surgeries
- Manage inventory and equipment maintenance for the dental office
- Perform advanced dental assisting duties as allowed by state regulations, including:
- Placing and finishing composite restorations
- Performing coronal polishing
- Taking final impressions for crown and bridge
- Assist in maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Participate in continuing education to stay current with industry advancements
Qualifications/Skill Sets
- Expert-level knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Advanced proficiency in dental software and technology
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Superior communication skills with patients and team members
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- In-depth understanding of dental insurance and billing procedures
- Proficiency in infection control and sterilization techniques
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and procedures quickly
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Expertise in expanded function dental assisting procedures
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to bend, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 pounds
Benefits offered:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays & Time Off
- Access to Financial Advisors
- Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- On demand Pay > Receive a portion of your check before payday!
Availability / Schedule
Working hours between: M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sat, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Full time employment:
- 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week
- Available to work Saturdays, when needed
- Full Shifts (8-10 hours)
Our Terre Haute, Vivid Smiles office is looking for a dedicated candidate to join our team as a certified Expanded Function Dental Assistant!
About the Company
Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.
Job Purpose
To provide advanced dental assistance to dentists, lead and mentor junior dental assistants, and exemplify Familia Dental's culture, mission, and values. This position requires extensive experience and advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform all duties of Dental Assistant 1 and 2 with advanced proficiency
- Lead and mentor junior dental assistants, providing guidance and training
- Assist in complex dental procedures and oral surgeries
- Manage inventory and equipment maintenance for the dental office
- Perform advanced dental assisting duties as allowed by state regulations, including:
- Placing and finishing composite restorations
- Performing coronal polishing
- Taking final impressions for crown and bridge
- Assist in maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Participate in continuing education to stay current with industry advancements
Qualifications/Skill Sets
- Expert-level knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Advanced proficiency in dental software and technology
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Superior communication skills with patients and team members
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- In-depth understanding of dental insurance and billing procedures
- Proficiency in infection control and sterilization techniques
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and procedures quickly
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Expertise in expanded function dental assisting procedures
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to bend, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 pounds
Benefits offered:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays & Time Off
- Access to Financial Advisors
- Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- On demand Pay > Receive a portion of your check before payday!
Availability / Schedule
Working hours between: M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sat, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Full time employment:
- 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week
- Available to work Saturdays, when needed
- Full Shifts (8-10 hours)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Verify your state EFDA credentials match federal requirements
PERM requires the employer to define minimum job requirements honestly. If your sponsoring state requires specific expanded-function certifications, document those credentials now so the labor certification reflects duties you already perform, not duties added to justify sponsorship.
Target multi-location dental groups for sponsorship
Solo dental practices rarely have the HR infrastructure to run a PERM campaign. Regional dental service organizations and multi-location groups file labor certifications more regularly and have established relationships with immigration counsel already managing the process.
Search green card sponsoring dental employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters dental assistant roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to practices that have never run a PERM case and won't start one for you.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone and location. Reviewing the OFLC Wage Search beforehand tells you the floor the employer must meet, which protects you from underpayment that would delay certification.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer upfront
If your role requires only a certificate or associate degree, the employer will typically file under EB-3 skilled worker. Ask whether the position description can be restructured to require a bachelor's degree if you hold one, which may open an EB-2 pathway with shorter backlogs for some nationalities.
Prepare for the supervised recruitment audit window
PERM requires employers to complete DOL-supervised recruitment before filing, typically over 30 to 60 days. Make sure your employer understands this timeline so the process starts far enough in advance of your intended start date that a delayed certification doesn't leave you in status limbo.
Green Card Expanded Functions Dental Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Expanded Functions Dental Assistant jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most EFDA roles qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, since the position typically requires a certificate or associate degree rather than a bachelor's degree or higher. EB-2 is possible if the role is genuinely restructured to require an advanced degree and the employer can document that need honestly in the PERM labor certification. Your nationality affects priority date wait times more than the category choice at this level.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual renewal requirement, unlike H-1B visa status, which requires periodic extensions. EFDA roles often struggle to qualify as H-1B specialty occupations anyway, since the position does not always require a bachelor's degree. EB-3 sponsorship has no lottery and no annual cap at the petition level, though priority date backlogs vary by nationality.
How long does the green card process take for a sponsored dental assistant role?
PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year depending on whether DOL selects the case for audit. After PERM approval, your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. If your priority date is current for your nationality, you can then file for adjustment of status. For nationals of countries with high demand such as India and China, total wait times can extend significantly beyond the initial filing stages.
Can I find dental employers who have already sponsored green cards for this role?
Yes. DOL PERM disclosure data is publicly available and shows which employers have filed labor certifications for dental assistant roles by job title and location. Migrate Mate surfaces this data in a searchable format, so you can identify dental practices and DSOs that have already run PERM cases rather than asking an employer to start a process they have never attempted.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If you change employers before the I-140 is approved, the PERM certification is tied to the original employer and cannot be transferred. After I-140 approval and 180 days of pending adjustment of status, portability rules may allow you to move to a same or similar occupation with a new employer without restarting the process. USCIS evaluates whether the new role is substantially similar to the certified position.