Jobs and Careers
ST
Dental Assistant 1 ,2 or 3
State of LouisianaNew Orleans, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Aug 2026
💰 $46,800/yr($25,980/yr – $46,800/yr)
About the role
Posting number: LSUNO00055824y260803/OJ
Department: LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans
Job classification: DENTAL ASSISTANT 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Health Services, Customer Service, Health Care Support
Summary
LSU School of Dentistry Oral Surgery Department is currently seeking motivated applicants for the position of Dental Assistant 1, 2 or 3 at our New Orleans location.
Examples of duties
No experience or training required.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Supplemental 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 LSU SD systems (Axium Computer knowledge)
- Give fluoride treatments as directed by dentist or student
- Give follow-up home instructions as directed by dentist or student
- Check inventory and order supplies when needed.
- Knowledgeable of computers.
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.
Appointment Type: Classified Probational
Career Progression: This position is part of the career progression group May be filled as a Dental Assistant 1 ,2 or 3.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined by department.
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
- Pay based on years of experience for Dental Assistant 3 title
Additional compensation
- $1.00 Longevity Pay for hours worked only.
- $2.25 per hour candidates that hold a current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification.
- $1.50 per hour 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.
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
To apply for this vacancy, click on the following link: http
Apply for this role
Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.
Apply Now →Generate Application KitFree account required — sign up in 30s