Dental Assistant: Impactful Patient Care & X-Rays

Indian Health Service; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. You will assist dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic technique, and radiograph patients, while educating on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Responsibilities include clinic operations support, supplies management, and patient record handling, aligning with safety standards and patient wellness goals in the communities served.

Qualifications

• Specialized dental assisting experience, including chairside support and instrument setup.
• Ability to follow radiation-safety protocols and operate radiographic equipment.
• Education or certification in dental assisting and basic patient care duties.

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 records.

Skills

Chairside dental assistance

Infection control

Patient education

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radiography equipment

X-ray processing

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. You will assist dentists in restorative and surgical procedures, maintain aseptic technique, and radiograph patients, while educating on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Responsibilities include clinic operations support, supplies management, and patient record handling, aligning with safety standards and patient wellness goals in the communities served.