Dental Assistant Jobs in Louisiana
Dental Assistant jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Bossier City and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Aspen Dental, LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans, and Lafayette Health Ventures hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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.
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Dental Assistant Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Aspen Dental4

- LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans2

- Lafayette Health Ventures2

- Louisiana State University1

- Tulane University1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Education4
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental assistant jobs across Louisiana.
- Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential or state-equivalent dental assisting license
- Proficiency in chairside assisting for fillings, extractions, and crown preparations
- Dental radiography certification and hands-on experience taking and processing X-rays
- Experience with practice management software such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Curve Dental
- Knowledge of infection control protocols, sterilization procedures, and OSHA compliance standards
- Strong patient communication skills and the ability to manage anxious or pediatric patients calmly
Dental Assistant Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many dental assistant jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 10+ dental assistant openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Bossier City. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do dental assistants make in Louisiana?
Dental assistants in Louisiana earn a median of about $44,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,050 for the lowest 10% to over $49,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most dental assistant jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Bossier City have the most dental assistant openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire dental assistants in Louisiana?
Employers hiring dental assistants in Louisiana include Aspen Dental, LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans, and Lafayette Health Ventures, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote dental assistant jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of dental assistant openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for dental assistant jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to dental assistant jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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