DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2

Dental Assistant 1 Or 2

LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry Pediatric 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). 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.

No experience or training required.

Duties and responsibilities include but are 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, 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 fixed restorations with hand instruments only as directed by the dentist or student, implement and maintain infection control in the work area, check inventory and order supplies when needed, implement and follow safety guidelines as set forth by LSUHSC School of Dentistry and OSHA, know dental terminology, know correct nomenclature of all dental instruments, knowledgeable of computers. To apply to this posting, click the following link : https : / / lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com / postings / 20155 .

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. Pay is dependent upon applicants' qualifications. There is an additional $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only. Additional $2.25 per hour worked available for candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification. Core competencies include : communicating effectively, focusing on customers, and following policies and procedures.

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 .