DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

System Job Title DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2

Position Number 00018366

Appointment Type Regular

Location-City New Orleans

School/Division LSUNO DENTISTRY

Department LSUNO Orthodontics

Position Summary

To provide chair side assistance to a licensed dentist and to instruct and assist dental students in four-handed dentistry.

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 InformationLSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry Orthodontics 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). 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.

Pay is dependent upon applicants’ qualifications. There is an additional $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only.

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.
  

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.

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 - Benefits

Other 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

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number C00694P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date 08/29/2025

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/DepartmentFor further information about this vacancy contact:

Ora Jones

LSU Health Sciences Center

HR Management Department

504.568.7378

recruittalent@lsuhsc.edu

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. 0.0

Indicate the type of experience required to perform the job. none for Dental Assistant 1, for DA2 1 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

Supplemental Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Are you a Certified Dental Assistant?

+ Yes

+ No

Are you EDDA certified?

+ Yes

+ No

Did you list all relevant work experience and education in the Employment History section of your application? If not please do so before submitting, Resumes will not be accepted, and experience not listed on application will not be considered which impacts your application and potential starting rate of pay.

+ Yes

+ No