Dental Assistant: Chairside Care & Radiography Pro

Indian Health Service; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery and patient education. You will assist the dentist in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic technique, expose radiographs, and manage patient records in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes accurate radiographic processing, post‑treatment care instruction, and teamwork within the dental clinic to support the community’s health goals.

Qualifications

• Experience/education required for the duties listed.
• Ability to maintain aseptic technique and radiographs according to safety standards.
• Proven ability to educate patients on oral hygiene and post‑treatment care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in restorative and surgical procedures.
• Expose and process dental radiographs following safety protocols.
• Maintain aseptic technique and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post‑treatment care.
• Support dental clinic operations and manage patient records.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiography

Sterilization

Education

Dental Assistant program

Equivalent education

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery and patient education. You will assist the dentist in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic technique, expose radiographs, and manage patient records in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes accurate radiographic processing, post‑treatment care instruction, and teamwork within the dental clinic to support the community’s health goals.