Dental Assistant

BAM Dental Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with monthly bonus

Group health, vision, and life

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off + holidays

Employee discounts on dental services

Professional development support

Job summary

Exceptional Dental of Midcity in New Orleans is seeking an exceptional Dental Assistant to join a high-end practice with state-of-the-art facilities and full benefit offerings. The role involves chair-side assistance, x-ray exposure, and patient education to promote oral health and comfort.

You will maintain patient records, assist during exams, and support the dentist with efficient workflows while upholding a professional demeanor and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• EDDA certification preferred but not required.
• Prior dental office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively provide instruments and materials to dentist during exams and procedures to maintain patient comfort and dentist efficiency.
• Assist chair side during administration of nitrous oxide.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
• Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Must maintain regular, punctual attendance and professional conduct.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EDDA Certification

Job description

Exceptional Dental of Midcity

New Orleans, Louisiana

Exceptional Dental of Midcity is looking for an \"exceptional\" Dental Assistant to join the team! We are a high end office in the heart of Midcity with state of the art facilities and full benefit offerings.

Essential Functions:

• 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

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

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• EDDA Certification preferred but not required
• Prior dental office experience preferred

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.