What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Dental Assistant position at Magnolia Modern Dentistry?
Dental Assistant – Full Time
Join Our Friendly and Professional Dental Team!
Magnolia Modern Dentistry in Metairie, LA is a high-quality, patient-centered dental practice looking for a reliable, motivated Dental Assistant to join our team! If you are friendly, a team player, and committed to excellent patient care, we’d love to meet you.
Position Details:
- Full-Time
- Hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- 2 operatories to manage
- Pay: $15–$20/hour depending on experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the doctor chairside during procedures
- Take digital impressions using Primescan
- Submit and track lab cases accurately and on time
- Fabricate high-quality temporaries
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked operatory and sterilization area
- Sterilize instruments according to OSHA guidelines
- Change traps and maintain basic equipment cleanliness
- Assist with charting and clinical notes
- Provide warm, professional patient care and support
- Use and adapt to dental technology (we are a fully digital office)
Requirements:
- Dental assisting experience preferred
- EDA/EDDA certification a plus
- CPR certification a plus
- Familiarity with Dentrix, Primescan, and Dental Intelligence a plus
- Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
- Punctual, dependable, and able to work independently and with a team
What We Offer:
- A supportive, close-knit team environment
- Opportunities for growth and continued learning
- Stable schedule — no weekends or evenings
- $15–$20/hour depending on experience
- 401(k)
- 1 week paid time off after 6 months of employment
- Use of advanced technology and software systems
- Health Insurance
To Apply:
Please email your resume and a brief note about why you’d be a great fit to: drbeerman@magmoddentistry.com
Please do not call the office.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20