What are the responsibilities and job description for the DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2 position at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
System Job Title
DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2
Position Number
00017720
Appointment Type
Regular
Location-City
New Orleans
School/Division
LSUNO DENTISTRY
Department
LSUNO Periodontics
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.
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 Periodontics Clinic 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.
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.
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.
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.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
C00618P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Application Review Date to Begin
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 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.
This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.
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.
This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.
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, 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
recruittalent@lsuhsc.edu
Ora Jones
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
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.
1.0
Indicate the type of experience required to perform the job.
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
experience or training as a dental assistant or dental hygienist.
Supplemental Questions
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 of your work experience and education on your application? (If not, please add before submitting)
- Yes
Salary : $2 - $15
