Expanded Functions Dental Assistant — Growth & Free CE

Aspen Dental; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with match

Career development opportunities

Free Continuing Education

Job summary

A dental service organization is looking for an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant in Slidell, Louisiana. The role requires assisting with treatment procedures, maintaining sterilization, and educating patients on oral care. Candidates must have a Dental Assistant License and at least 2 years of experience. Competitive hourly pay between $17-$22 is offered, along with a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant.
• State Certification in expanded functions as required.
• Maintain and update annual CE requirement as specified by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient procedure flow.
• Support doctors during treatment.
• Complete sterilization processes.
• Educate patients on oral care.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Infection control techniques

Patient education on oral hygiene

Radiography skills

Quality impressions

Education

Current Dental Assistant License

Radiology (x-ray) certification

Current CPR or BLS certificate

Job description

A dental service organization is looking for an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant in Slidell, Louisiana. The role requires assisting with treatment procedures, maintaining sterilization, and educating patients on oral care. Candidates must have a Dental Assistant License and at least 2 years of experience. Competitive hourly pay between $17-$22 is offered, along with a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.