Dental Assistant 1 Job New Orleans Louisiana USA,Dental / Dentistry

Position: Dental Assistant 1 or 2
Location: New Orleans

About This Job

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).

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training required.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties And Other Information Duties and responsibilities included, but not limited to:

Assist dentists and dental students with chair side treatment of patients.
Maintain and stock cabinet
Instruct and evaluate students in proper four-handed dentistry techniques
Chart patients according to LSUSD systems (Axium Computer knowledge)
Give fluoride treatments as directed by dentist or student
Give follow-up home instructions as directed by dentist or student
Place rubber dam and directed by dentist or student
Remove cement supragingivally from dental restorations and fixed restorations
Knowledgeable of computers.

The Candidate Applying Should Possess The Following

Core Competencies:

Communicating effectively:
Effectively The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Focusing on Customers:
The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
Following Policies and Procedures:
The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.

Appointment Type:
Classified Appointment

Career Progression:
This position is part of the career progression group may be filled as a Dental Assistant 1 or 2.

Work Schedule:

Monday–Friday; 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Work Location:

1100 Florida Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

Compensation

There is a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of

$15.05 per hour for Dental Assistant 2 title
$14.06 for Dental Assistant 1 title

Additional Compensation

$1.00 Longevity Pay for hours worked only.
$2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.
$1.50 for EDDA certification (Expanded Dental Duty Dental Assistant).

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact

Ora Jones

LSU Health Sciences Center

HR Management Department

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

Insurance Coverage

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Parental Leave

Up to six weeks paid parental leave

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Holidays and Leave

State employees receive the…