Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Dental Assistant 1 or 2

$15.05 per hour

GovernmentJobs.com

Dental Assistant 1 or 2

LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry Oral Surgery Department is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Dental Assistant 1 or 2 in our Baton Rouge location.

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training required.

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

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist dentist 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 (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 correct nomenclature of all dental instruments
  • Knowledgeable of computers.

The candidate applying should possess the following core competencies: communicating effectively, focusing on customers, following policies and procedures.

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; 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Work Location: 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste.306 Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Dental Assistant 1 or 2 in Baton Rouge, LA vacancy
  • $2,165 - $3,900 per month

     ...Salary : $2,165.00 - $3,900.00 Monthly Location : New Orleans, LA Job Type...  ...Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with...  ...motivated applicants for the position of Dental Assistant 1 or Dental Assistant 2. Minimum Qualifications... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Work at office
    Local area
    Monday to Friday

    State of Louisiana

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  • $2,165 - $3,900 per month

     ...Dental Assistant 1 or 2 Print (  Dental Assistant 1 or 2 Salary $2,165.00 - $3,900.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number LSUNO00059326y260811?OJ Department LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans Opening... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Work at office
    Local area
    Monday to Friday

    Louisiana Department of State Civil Service

    Baton Rouge, LA
    3 days ago
  • $2,165 - $3,900 per month

     ...Salary : $2,165.00 - $3,900.00 Monthly Location : Reserve, LA Job Type: Classified...  ...Louisiana through the provision of nursing assistant services in an atmosphere of respect and...  ...ll step into a role as a Nursing Assistant 1 or Nursing Assistant 2 that services... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Shift work

    State of Louisiana

    Baton Rouge, LA
    19 hours ago
  • $15.05 per hour

    Posting Date: 08/11/2026 Closing Date: 08/24/2026 Title: DENTAL ASSISTANT 1 or 2 Employee Type: Staff- Classified Department: LSUNO Oral Surgery Job Summary/Basic Functions Under general supervision of the Dental Program Coordinator. This position will provide assistance... 
    Suggested
    Hourly pay
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans

    Baton Rouge, LA
    3 days ago
  • $1,929 - $2,218 per week

     ...Agency: Fusion Medical Staffing Pay: $1,929 to $2,218 per week Shift Information: 5...  ..., push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department...  ...professionals ~ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    Fusion Medical Staffing

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,948 - $2,164 per week

     ...Agency: CrossMed Healthcare Pay: $1,948 to $2,164 per week Shift Information: Nights...  ...weekly pay Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision) Life Insurance 401(k) Referral...  ...to grasp, push/pull, and move while assisting with procedures or operating departmental... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Shift work
    Night shift

    TravelNurseSource

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,929 - $2,218 per week

     ...Agency: Fusion Medical Staffing Pay: $1,929 to $2,218 per week Shift Information: 5...  ..., push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department...  ...professionals ~ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage... 
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    TravelNurseSource

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,948 - $2,164 per week

     ...Agency: CrossMed Healthcare Pay: $1,948 to $2,164 per week Shift Information: Nights...  ...weekly pay Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision) Life Insurance 401(k) Referral...  ...to grasp, push/pull, and move while assisting with procedures or operating departmental... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Shift work
    Night shift

    CrossMed Healthcare

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Sterile Processing Technician 2 Decontaminates, assembles and inspects equipment and instruments, accurately operates sterilizers,...  ...excellent patient care. In the last fiscal year, FMOL Health had: 1,747 Licensed Beds 65,322 Discharges 44,592 OR Procedures 10,827 Full... 
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

    Baton Rouge, LA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Job Description Assists in the preparation of the surgical room, prepares and maintains...  ...aspects of job duties. Responsibilities 1. Surgical Case Preparation a. Assists...  ...and by proper handling of specimens. 2. Quality and Patient Safety a. Ensures... 

    Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

    Baton Rouge, LA
    4 days ago
  • $1,916 - $2,129 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,916 to $2,129 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...or are recovering from surgery. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,828 - $2,031 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,828 to $2,031 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...or are recovering from surgery. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,905 - $2,116 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,905 to $2,116 per week Contract Duration: 14...  ...and evaluating patient progress. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,833 - $2,036 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,833 to $2,036 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...and evaluating patient progress. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,816 - $2,018 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,816 to $2,018 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...– Travel Job Description: Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,833 - $2,036 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,833 to $2,036 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...and evaluating patient progress. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,905 - $2,116 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,905 to $2,116 per week Contract Duration: 14...  ...and evaluating patient progress. Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,816 - $2,018 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,816 to $2,018 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...– Travel Job Description: Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $1,800 - $2,000 per week

     ...Central Colorado, CO Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,800 to $2,000 per week Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date:...  ...license Travel experience a plus Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay Direct deposit... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,800 - $2,000 per week

     ...Central Colorado, CO Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,800 to $2,000 per week Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date:...  ...license Travel experience a plus Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay Direct deposit... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    1 day ago
  •  ...4 Supported Practice: Bluebonnet Dental Care Category: Business Assistant Location: 4451 Bluebonnet Blvd, Ste...  ...the organization was reviewed among 1.5 million large and mid-sized...  ...What our team is looking for: ~2+ years of experience working in a dental... 
    Daily paid
    Work at office
    Local area

    Heartland Dental

    Baton Rouge, LA
    4 days ago
  • $1,921 - $2,134 per week

     ...New Hampshire, NH Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,921 to $2,134 per week Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date:...  ...physicians, and hospital staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay Direct deposit... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $2,918 per week

     ...The right Cath Lab Rad must have 1 year of experience. Read below...  ...requirements. Cath Lab Rads assist doctors during advanced...  ...Requirements*: ARRT, BLS, ACLS, 2 Years * Additional certifications...  ...assistance programs ~ Dental benefits ~ Vision benefits... 
    Weekly pay
    Permanent employment
    Relief
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    TNAA TotalMed Allied

    Baton Rouge, LA
    4 days ago
  • $2,626 per week

     ...Certification ~ American Heart Association BLS ~2 - 3 years of prior IR experience...  ...What We Offer: ~ Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance! ~...  ...~ Referral bonus ~ Benefits start day 1 ~401k retirement plan ~ Continuing Education... 
    Weekly pay
    Contract work
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    Supplemental Health Care

    Baton Rouge, LA
    19 hours ago
  • $10 per hour

     ...Boxlunch Part-Time Assistant Manager Level 1 At BoxLunch, we're committed using our love of pop culture to do something amazing: eliminate hunger. With every $10 spent, we donate a meal to Feeding America that directly benefits the communities we are in. As a BoxLunch... 
    Part time

    Hot Topic

    Baton Rouge, LA
    3 days ago
  • $1,874 - $2,083 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,874 to $2,083 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...RN-NICU – Travel Job Description: Assist physicians with patient management....  ...staff members. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,977 - $2,196 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,977 to $2,196 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...: RN-ICU-Travel Job Description: Assist physicians with patient management....  ...nursing license Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    All Medical Personnel

    Central, LA
    1 day ago
  • $1,890 - $2,100 per week

     ...Agency: All Medical Personnel Pay: $1,890 to $2,100 per week Contract Duration: 13...  ...: RN-ICU-Travel Job Description: Assist physicians with patient management....  ...nursing license Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision on day one Weekly pay... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Locum
    Immediate start

    TravelNurseSource

    Central, LA
    21 hours ago
  • $2,049 per week

     ...Agency: Lancesoft Inc Pay: $2,049 per week Shift Information:...  ...Nights Duration of Assignment 91 Day 1 Medical, Health, Dental, Vision. $500 Referral Bonus About...  ...Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to... 
    Long term contract
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Shift work
    Night shift

    TravelNurseSource

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago
  • $2,435 per week

     ...SkyBridge Healthcare Pay: $2,435 per week Contract Duration...  ...experience. Minimum Requirements: 1 year full time RN Wound Care...  ...line weekly pay packages ~ Travel assistance ~ Weekly tax-free stipend ~ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance ~24/7... 
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Immediate start
    Relocation package

    SkyBridge Healthcare

    Baton Rouge, LA
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Dental Assistant 1 or 2. Be the first to apply!