Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant – EDDA – Dental Assistant

Company: Heartland Dental – Magnolia Family Dentistry

Schedule: Monday 8:00 am‑4:00 pm, Tuesday/Thursday 7:15 am‑4:00 pm, Wednesday 7:45 am‑4:00 pm

As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) you will support the clinical treatment of patients, sustain patient comfort, soothe upset patients, listen to their needs, educate them on dental procedures, manage clinical supplies, and assist the dentist in a supported schedule while adhering to OSHA and company safety policies.

• Assist the dentist in managing dental emergencies and ongoing clinical procedures.
• Taking and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs.
• Organize and maintain lab equipment, take and develop X‑rays, and provide comprehensive post‑operative procedures.
• Improve clinical skills through participation in continuing education and training opportunities offered by Heartland Dental.
• Support the dentist’s schedule and ensure smooth patient flow.

• Positive, outgoing personality with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional patient‑care skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Superior working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Good manual dexterity and computer proficiency.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Open to travel for training or occasional overnight stays.
• Dental assisting school certificate and/or previous dental practice experience are pluses.

• Medical and prescription drug insurance.
• Free dental services for you and dependents (minus lab fees).
• Vision care support.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 6 paid holidays off.
• Team‑focused, uplifting, and educational work culture.
• Potential for 2 weeks’ vacation availability.

Magnolia Family Dentistry is a Heartland Dental‑supported office located near Costco off Crescent Ranch Boulevard in Lafayette, LA. The practice thrives on collaboration, communication, and community, offering a well‑established, energetic, fast‑paced environment.

The company retains sole discretion to change responsibilities at any time.

All employees and applicants for employment are protected by federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.

A tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process and must be completed before starting employment; this requirement is not applicable in the state of FL & TN.