Aspen Dental·New Iberia, Louisiana
Perform expanded functions dental assisting duties, including assisting doctors during treatment and managing patient flow. Responsible for sterilization processes, taking radiographs, and providing patient education 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
$20 - $25 / hour
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.
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.
Market context
In Louisiana, dental hygiene roles are often shaped by steady patient demand in private practices, community clinics, and group dental settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want an accredited dental hygiene degree, an active Louisiana license, and strong patient communication skills; the listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure details and prepare to discuss chairside experience and patient education in your application.