LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans
Dental Assistant 1-2
LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This is a Civil Service Position. There is a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $15.05 per hour for this title with an additional $2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.
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.
Posting Summary System Job Title Dental Assistant 1-2
Position Number 00017915
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 Information LSU 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). 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. 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.
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 Number C00765P
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Close Date 01/23/2026
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 this title with an additional $2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.
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, military 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 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. 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.
Supplemental Questions
Yes
No
* Are you EDDA certified? Yes
No
* Do you have a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification? yes
no
* Did you list all relevant work experience and education on your application? (Open Ended Question)
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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.
Posting Summary System Job Title Dental Assistant 1-2
Position Number 00017915
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 Information LSU 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). 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. 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.
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 Number C00765P
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Close Date 01/23/2026
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 this title with an additional $2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.
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, military 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 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. 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.
Supplemental Questions
Yes
No
* Are you EDDA certified? Yes
No
* Do you have a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification? yes
no
* Did you list all relevant work experience and education on your application? (Open Ended Question)
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