Dental Assistant — Chairside Support & X-Rays

Indian Health Service; Aylett (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to aid dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterile instruments, and process dental radiographs. The role includes educating patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, while supporting clinic operations and maintaining patient records.

Successful candidates will comply with federal requirements and support safety, quality care, and community health goals across IHS facilities.

Qualifications

• 1-year dental assistant program or 1-year dental hygiene program including radiation physics, biology, safety, and film processing.
• Experience in dental assisting to support general dentistry or expanded functions.
• Ability to maintain patient records and support clinic operations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Dental assisting

Sterilization

Patient education

Record-keeping

Radiography safety

Education

Dental assistant program

Dental hygiene program (2-year)

Tools

X-ray exposure equipment

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to aid dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterile instruments, and process dental radiographs. The role includes educating patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, while supporting clinic operations and maintaining patient records.

Successful candidates will comply with federal requirements and support safety, quality care, and community health goals across IHS facilities.