DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2

3 weeks ago


New Orleans, United States LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans Full time $15
Posting Details Posting Summary

System Job Title DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2
Position Number 00055824
Appointment Type
Location-City New Orleans
School/Division LSUNO DENTISTRY
Department LSUNO Oral Surgery
Position Summary Under general supervision of the Dental Program Coordinator. This position will provide assistance to a Oral Surgeon, resident, or dental student during procedures which includes seating and preparing patients for treatment, recording of medical history, measuring pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and ensure patient comfort, assurance and support. Assist in the care of handling of patients during dental treatment which involves setting up, missing, and passing of surgical instruments and materials, taking radiographs, patient education and giving post-operative instructions; cleaning and disinfecting treatment areas after procedures. The importance of this position is that the incumbent interacts with faculty, residents, students, and patients on both skillful and professional levels providing a necessary service of dental assistance.
Additional Position Information LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Dental Assistant 1 or 2. These positions are in a Career Progression Group.

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a (Dental Assistant 1 or 2) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities’ page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

You must include all relevant work experience and education on your application. The duties you describe will be reviewed as part of the process in determining if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed application.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number C00596P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date 01/13/2025
Application Review Date to Begin
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary This is a Civil Service Position. There is a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $15.05 per hour for the Dental Assistant 2 title and $14.06 for the Dental Assistant 1 title with an additional $2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.

This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.

Pre-employment Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.

To view the Civil Service Job Specifications, follow this link and enter the position title. Louisiana Department of State Civil Service

EEO Statement LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
About the School/Department For further information about this vacancy contact:
Ora Jones
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
recruittalent@lsuhsc.edu
Minimum Qualifications

Required Education High School Diploma
If Other Required Education, please specify Other
Field(s) of Study
Indicate the minimum number of years required to perform the job. 1.0
Indicate the type of experience required to perform the job. Dental Assistant 1 - no experience; Dental Assistant 2 - 1 year of experience or training as a dental assistant or dental hygienist
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Did you list all of your work experience and education on your application? (If not, please add before submitting)
    • Yes
  • * Are you a Certified Dental Assistant?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Are you EDDA certified?
    • Yes
    • No


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