Bilingual Dental Assistant English/Spanish - Full Time - EDDA

FRANCESCA VELASCO DDS LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

New Orleans Smiles in Metairie, LA is seeking a skilled Bilingual EDDA to join our full-time team. You will assist the dentist chairside across restorations, extractions, and preventive care in a welcoming, bilingual environment.

The role requires Active Louisiana EDDA certification, English/Spanish fluency, radiography certification, and experience with dental software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix. We value patient-centered care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana EDDA certification required.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish — both written and verbal.
• 1+ years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Radiography certification or X-ray licensure required.
• Familiarity with dental practice management software (Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar).
• Strong interpersonal skills with a patient-centered, compassionate approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented dental office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during restorations, extractions, and preventive care.
• Perform expanded duty functions as permitted by Louisiana state EDDA certification.
• Explain procedures and post-op instructions to English- and Spanish-speaking patients.
• Take and develop dental radiographs following safety protocols.
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and operatory equipment.
• Record patient medical histories, treatment notes, and updates in the practice management software.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and treatment plans with empathy.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

EDDA certification

Radiography certification

Dental software (Eaglesoft/Dentrix)

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Tools

Eaglesoft

Dentrix

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About the Role:

New Orleans Smiles is looking for a skilled and passionate Bilingual (English/Spanish) Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our full-time team in Metairie, LA! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives by delivering exceptional dental care in a welcoming, bilingual environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of dental procedures including restorations, extractions, and preventive care
• Perform expanded duty functions as permitted by Louisiana state EDDA certification
• Communicate effectively with English- and Spanish-speaking patients to explain procedures and post‑op instructions
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) following safety protocols
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and operatory equipment
• Record patient medical histories, treatment notes, and updates in dental practice management software
• Provide compassionate patient education on oral hygiene and treatment plans

Requirements:

• Active Louisiana EDDA (Expanded Duty Dental Assistant) certification required
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish — both written and verbal
• 1+ years dental assisting experience preferred
• Radiography certification or X‑ray licensure required
• Familiarity with dental practice management software (Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar)
• Strong interpersonal skills with a patient‑centered, compassionate approach
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented dental office environment

About us:

New Orleans is a trusted dental practice proudly serving the Metairie, LA community with high‑quality, personalized dental care. Our patients love us for our warm, welcoming atmosphere and our commitment to serving diverse communities — including our Spanish‑speaking patients. Our team enjoys a supportive, inclusive workplace where every member is valued and empowered to grow professionally.