Dental Assistant: Chairside, Radiographs & Sterile Tech

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

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic techniques, and process radiographs. You will educate patients on oral hygiene and assist with clinic operations and record-keeping.

The role emphasizes complying with radiation safety, patient care, and administrative duties to ensure efficient dental services for the communities served.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting or expanded-function duties.
• Ability to follow radiation-safety protocols.
• Maintain aseptic technique and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain and manage dental records and clinic supplies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiographs

Sterilization

Patient education

Record keeping

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic techniques, and process radiographs. You will educate patients on oral hygiene and assist with clinic operations and record-keeping.

The role emphasizes complying with radiation safety, patient care, and administrative duties to ensure efficient dental services for the communities served.