Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Aspen Dental·Baton Rouge, Louisiana

$16 - $22/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 28 days ago

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Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions · $16 - $22/hr

How this role compares

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-50% vs. median posted rate for dental roles ($32.00/hr, n=15420)

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About the role

Perform expanded functions dental assisting duties, including assisting doctors during treatment and managing patient flow. Responsible for sterilization processes, taking radiographs, and educating patients on oral hygiene.

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $16 - $22 / hour At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer: A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
Career development and growth opportunities with our best-in-class training program to support you at every stage of your career A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U How You’ll Make a Difference As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will perform daily duties to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients. Assist with the direction to DA office team throughout the day to maintain productive patient flow. Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures. Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists. Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensures all staff is properly trained and compliant on the process. Follow maintenance schedules for flushing waterlines/suction lines, and/or waterline testing, autoclave, and compressor on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures. Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level. Ability to train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice. Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines. Take dental radiographs (X-rays). Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures. Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health. Complete denture soft relines and manufactures temporary crowns. Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases. Perform quality intraoral health scan of patients under 5 minutes. Understanding of clear aligner process with the ability to articulate and teach. Ability to take quality impressions and bite registrations. Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s) to support patient care (coronal polishing, restorative functions, etc.). Ensures emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained. Ability to order and maintain supplies in accordance with practice budget. Perform various office tasks as necessary. Requirements and Qualifications Current Dental Assistant License, Registration, Certification as required by state. Radiology (x-ray) certification as required by state. Current CPR or BLS certificate. 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant. Proficient at chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry. Demonstrate and provide instruction on proper sterilization and infection control techniques. Maintain and update annual CE requirement as specified by state. State Certification in expanded functions as required by state. ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

Requires a current Dental Assistant license, radiology certification, and CPR/BLS certification. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and state certification in expanded functions.

professional certificate
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Education
OSHA Compliance
Patient Charting
Sterilization
Supply Management
Infection Control
Chairside Assisting
Impression Taking
Four-Handed Dentistry
Intraoral Scanning
Coronal Polishing
Bite Registration
Restorative Functions
Dental Radiography
Laboratory Case Management

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan With Match
Free Continuing Education
Career Development And Growth Opportunities

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $16 - $22/hr
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

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