Dental Assistant

Exceptional Dental; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Dental service discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Affordable Smiles of Harvey in Harvey, LA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and ensure patient comfort throughout procedures. You will prepare patients, take histories, assist with x-rays, and promote excellent oral hygiene.

Experience in dental assisting is preferred, and strong communication with patients is essential for providing compassionate, efficient care in a welcoming clinic.

Qualifications

• Prior dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruments and materials to dentist to maintain patient comfort and efficiency during exams.
• Assist with dental emergencies per OSHA and office procedures.
• Assist chair side during nitrous oxide administration.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control.
• Take impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations.
• Take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Represent the practice professionally and maintain punctual attendance.
• Support team in a fast-paced setting and handle multiple tasks.

Skills

Dental assisting

Customer-focused communication

Job description

Dental Assistant

Affordable Smiles of Harvey

Harvey, LA

Position Summary

At Affordable Smiles, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality dental care. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to delivering advanced, modern dentistry at affordable price points—helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles they can be proud of. From preparing patients for procedures to ensuring comfort and care throughout their visit, you’ll play a vital role in making quality dental experiences both welcoming and accessible.

Benefits That Work for You

• Competitive pay with monthly bonus potential
• Group health, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off + holidays
• Employee discounts on dental services
• Professional development support

Your responsibilities will include the following

• Actively provide instruments and materials to dentist during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and dentist's efficiency
• Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures
• Assist chair side during administration of nitrous oxide
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
• Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts
• Clean and polish removable appliances
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
• Record treatment information in patient records
• Expose dental diagnostic x-rays
• Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner
• Must maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policies
• Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments
• Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically

Most importantly, you’ll provide not only medical assistance but also the reassurance, empathy, and encouragement that make our patients feel truly cared for.

What It Takes

• Prior dental assisting experienced preferred
• A team-player mindset with the ability to stay calm and efficient in a fast-paced setting
• Strong communication skills with a warm, patient-focused approach

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Standing and walking 80%

Sitting 20%

Moderate noise levels from dental and other lab equipment

Medical, office, and lab setting

Minimum lifting requirements of 35 pounds in order to transfer equipment and pack and unpack supplies.

Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to examine and service patients.