Dental Assistant 2 - State of Louisiana - New Orleans, LA

Salary $2,272.00 - $4,089.00 Monthly Location New Orleans, LA Job Type Classified Job Number LSUNO00018135y25129OJ Department LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans Opening Date 12/09/2025 Closing Date 1/9/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Dental Assistant 2. 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). LSU Health Sciences Center offers a challenging academic environment with the best attributes of a health sciences center. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. We appreciate your interest in joining our LSU Health New Orleans community. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers excellent benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave. If you wish to apply for a position, please select an employee category below for information and instructions on how to apply. AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES: 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. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience or training as a dental assistant or dental hygienist. 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 Position-Specific Details: Location: LSU Health New Orleans 1100 Florida Blvd New Orleans, LA 70119 Hours of Operation: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Appointment Type: Probationary Appointment-This position will require selected applicant to be in a probationary status for at least 6 months. Compensation: Rate of Pay is dependent upon applicants' qualifications. This position is part of a CPG, 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. There is also an additional $1 Longevity Pay for every hour worked. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. As a Dental Assistant 1 or 2 you will Assist in the care of 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. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Assist dentists and dental students with chair side treatment of patients. Give fluoride treatments as directed by dentist or student Expose digital radiographers and expose and develop traditional radiographers and digital photographs. Instruct and evaluate students in proper four-handed dentistry techniques Maintain and stock cabinet Check inventory and order supplies when needed. Chart patients according to LSUSD systems Knowledgeable of computers. How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required in to be considered for this vacancy To apply to this vacancy, please click the following link: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/21154 Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy contact: Ora Jones LSU Health Sciences Center HR Management Department 504.568.7378 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. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. ***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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