Dental Assistant - Community Health Clinic & Radiography

Indian Health Service; Nevada; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterile technique, and educate patients on oral hygiene. The role includes radiograph exposure, patient records management, and clinic operations support.

Candidates should have at least a year of dental assisting education or comparable experience, with emphasis on radiation safety and aseptic techniques. U.S. citizenship and federal background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Resume must show experience or education for the position.
• Experience in dental assistance to general or specialized dentistry is required.
• Education may be used to meet specialized experience requirements.

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, maintain supplies, and manage patient records.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Infection control

Patient education

Record keeping

Education

1-year dental assistant program

2-year dental hygiene program (ADA accredited)

Practical nurse training (state-approved)

Tools

X-ray radiographs

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain sterile technique, and educate patients on oral hygiene. The role includes radiograph exposure, patient records management, and clinic operations support.

Candidates should have at least a year of dental assisting education or comparable experience, with emphasis on radiation safety and aseptic techniques. U.S. citizenship and federal background checks apply.