Dental Assistant 1-2

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry seeks a Dental Assistant 1 or 2 to support oral surgeons and dental students in chair-side care at 1100 Florida Ave, New Orleans, LA. No prior experience required; training provided through the State Civil Service framework.

Responsibilities include patient charting, stocking, four-handed dentistry, infection control, inventory management, and following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.
• Candidates must be able to assist surgeons and students and maintain infection control.
• Ability to chart patients and follow safety guidelines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist oral surgeons and dental students with chair-side treatment of patients.
• Maintain and stock cabinet.
• Instruct and evaluate students in four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Chart patients according to LSUSD systems (Axium/WinOMS Computer knowledge).
• Give follow-up home instructions as directed by the surgeon, resident, or student.
• Implement and maintain infection control in the work area.
• Check inventory and order supplies when needed.
• Follow safety guidelines as set forth by LSUHSC School of Dentistry and OSHA.
• Know dental and surgical terminology.
• Know the nomenclature of dental and surgical instruments.

Skills

Communicating effectively

Focusing on customers

Following policies and procedures

Infection control

Computer knowledge

Tools

Axium/WinOMS

Job description

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 ([e-mail]).

LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Surgery, is seeking a motivated applicant for the position of Dental Assistant 1 or 2

No experience or training required.

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

Duties and responsibilities included, but not limited to:

• Assist oral surgeons 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 toLSUSDsystems (Axium/WinOMS Computer knowledge)
• Give follow-up home instructions as directed by the surgeon, resident, 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 and surgical terminology.
• Know the correct nomenclature of all dental and surgical instruments.
• Knowledgeable of computers.

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; work hours will be determined by department.

Work Location: 1100 Florida Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

Compensation:

• $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

504.568.7378