DENTAL Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• This is a Civil Service Position.
• 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.

System

Job Title:

DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2

Position Number:

Appointment Type:
Regular

Location – City:
New Orleans

School/Division:
LSUNO DENTISTRY

Department:
LSUNO Oral Surgery

Under general supervision of the Dental Program Coordinator/Clinical Manager, this position will provide assistance to an 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 ensuring patient comfort, assurance and support. Assist in the care and 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.

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

• This is a Civil Service Position.
• 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.

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
).

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…