DENTAL ASSISTANT 1-2

Posting Details

Posting Summary

System Job Title
DENTAL ASSISTANT 1-2

Position Number
00056323

Appointment Type
Regular

Location-City
New Orleans

School/Division
LSUNO DENTISTRY

Department
LSUNO Oral Surgery

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Dental Program Coordinator/Clinical Manager. 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 Oral Surgery Department 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).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 and or additional $1.50 for EDDA (Expanded Dental Duty Dental Assistant).

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.Core competencies include:
Communicating effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
C00774P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date
02/06/2026

Application Review Date to Begin

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

• This is a Civil Service Position.
• 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: Job Information and Test Finder
• 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

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - BenefitsOther employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
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

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.
no experience for DA1, For DA 2, one year 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

A. Assist oral surgeons and dental students with chair-side treatment of patients.
B. Maintain and stock cabinet
C. Instruct and evaluate students in proper four-handed dentistry techniques
D. Chart patients according to LSUSD systems (Axium/WinOMS Computer knowledge)
E. Give follow-up home instructions as directed by the surgeon, resident, or student
F. Implement and maintain infection control in the work area.
G. Check inventory and order supplies when needed.
H. Implement and follow safety guidelines as set forth by LSUHSC School of
Dentistry and OSHA.
I. Know dental and surgical terminology.
J. Know the correct nomenclature of all dental and surgical instruments.
K. Knowledgeable of computers.

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