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Expanded Duties Dental Assistant - Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA

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Job Description

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CERTIFIED EXPANDED DUTIES DENTAL ASSISTANTS!

Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA is looking for an experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) who’s ready to put their skills to work and help create great experiences for our young patients.

If you’re confident in a busy clinical setting, love working with kids, and want to be part of a supportive team that keeps smiles growing, we’d love to connect. Applicants must hold the current, applicable EDDA certification required for the duties of this role.

Please apply only if you meet this credential requirement. During the interview process, you will be required to provide your license for review.

You’ll bring clinical confidence, a caring attitude, and the ability to help children feel comfortable throughout their visit. If you’re an experienced dental professional with the required EDDA certification, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

Who We Are

At Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA, we believe a great dental visit starts with trust. We work to create a welcoming, positive environment where children and families feel cared for from the moment they walk through the door. From preventive visits to restorative treatment, our team goes the extra mile to make appointments as comfortable and stress-free as possible—and to send every child home with a healthier smile.

Visit our website to learn more about Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA: kidsmilesrus.com

Who We Are Looking For

  • An experienced dental assistant with a current EDDA certification in Louisiana is required for this position. Your license will be requested for review during the interview process.
  • A graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.
  • A confident, compassionate communicator who helps children and parents feel at ease.
  • A dependable team player who can keep pace in a busy pediatric practice.
  • Someone committed to high-quality care, patient safety, and infection control.
  • A positive, patient professional who enjoys working with children.
  • Prior pediatric dental experience is a plus.

What You’LL Do

  • Clean patients’ teeth and apply fluoride as permitted by your credentials and applicable requirements.
  • Perform expanded-duty functions within the scope of your credentials and applicable requirements.
  • Take digital radiographs, including bitewings and panoramic images.
  • Provide oral hygiene and diet education to children and parents.
  • Schedule follow-up exams and help keep the day’s schedule organized.
  • Prepare and turn over operatories and treatment areas.
  • Support parent consultations and treatment-plan discussions.
  • Clean and sterilize instruments; restock treatment rooms and sterilization areas.
  • Follow infection-control procedures and OSHA guidelines.
  • Support practice marketing, community outreach, and referral correspondence.

Why Join Our Team?

Bring your experience and certified EDDA skills to a pediatric dental practice where your work helps kids build healthy, confident smiles. We offer competitive pay, great hours, and an excellent benefits package. Current, applicable EDDA certification are required—if you’re qualified and ready for your next opportunity, apply today!

Pediatric Dentistry of CenLA participates in E-Verify.

Key Responsibilities

The dental assistant will perform expanded-duty functions, take digital radiographs, and provide oral hygiene education to pediatric patients. They are also responsible for maintaining clinical areas, sterilizing instruments, and supporting the overall organization of the dental practice.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current, applicable EDDA certification in Louisiana and be a graduate of an accredited dental assisting program. Prior pediatric dental experience is considered a plus for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical dental assistanceDigital radiographyOSHA compliancePatient educationTreatment planningCommunicationTeamwork

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Pediatrics market look like in Louisiana?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $346k (middle half $288k–$400k)91 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingLouisiana index 88.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Louisiana9 active387 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Pediatrics Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

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<$50k
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$55k
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$62k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

5 jobs
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Higher = better work-life balance

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Dental Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Bossier City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$202k
Typical market rent
$1,538/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
84.8
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Shreveport-Bossier City, LA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.