Certified Orthodontic & Dental Assistant (EDDA Ready)

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans, Louisiana seeks an Orthodontic Assistant/EDDA to support dentists in treatment, patient prep, and recordkeeping. The role involves radiography, counseling in the dental clinic and operating room, and collaboration with a busy team.

Education includes a Dental Assistant certification from an accredited program, BLS, X-ray cert, and 3 years of dental office experience. Day shifts are typical; travel is not required.

Qualifications

• Education- Dental Assistant certification from accredited program.
• License/Certification- BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association., X-Ray certification, graduated from an accredited dental assistant program
• Experience- 3 year experience in a dental office

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists in treatment and prepare patients for examination.
• X-ray patients’ teeth and maintain radiographs in patient records.
• Maintain patient records and scheduling information.
• Provide counseling in both the dental clinic and operating room.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans, Louisiana seeks an Orthodontic Assistant/EDDA to support dentists in treatment, patient prep, and recordkeeping. The role involves radiography, counseling in the dental clinic and operating room, and collaboration with a busy team.

Education includes a Dental Assistant certification from an accredited program, BLS, X-ray cert, and 3 years of dental office experience. Day shifts are typical; travel is not required.