Dental Assistant 1 or 2

7 days ago


New Orleans, LA, United States Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Full time
Posting Details

Posting Summary

System Job Title
Dental Assistant 1 or 2

Position Number
00018102

Appointment Type

Location-City
New Orleans

School/Division
LSUNO DENTISTRY

Department
COMPREHNSV DENTISTRY & BIOMATL

Position Summary

The employee will provide chair side assistance to dentists and dental students in a variety of specialties which include but not limited to: Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, Pedodontics, Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics. The employee will work under the general supervision of the dental assistant supervisor in the sophomore, junior and senior clinic, General Practice Residency Program and the Emergency Dental Clinic at the LSUHSC School of Dentistry.

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).
To view the Civil Service Job Specifications, follow this link and enter the position title. Louisiana Department of State Civil Service
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
C00757P

Number of Vacancies
3

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date
12/29/2025

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.

This position will require selected applicant to be in a probationary status for at least 6 months.

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
504.568.7378


Minimum Qualifications

Required Education
Other

If Other Required Education, please specify
none

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

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