Dental Assistant - Patient-Focused Team, Growth & Benefits

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

37-50 days paid time off per year

Parental leave of up to 12 weeks

Child-care subsidy for eligible employees

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant in Sioux Falls, SD, to support dental procedures ranging from restorative to oral surgery. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and have relevant experience or training, including a CODA-accredited program.

This full-time role offers regular working hours and extensive benefits including paid time off, competitive salary, and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be able to assist in all aspects of dental care.

Qualifications

• Must have United States Citizenship.
• Minimum of six months experience in dental assisting.
• Desired certification in basic life support methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine dental and specialized procedures using four-handed dentistry.
• Take impressions for prostheses and provide patient education.
• Capture diagnostic images and implement radiation-safety techniques.
• Follow infection-control standards for operatory setup and cleanup.
• Assist in managing the provider’s schedule and electronic documentation.

Skills

Proficient in spoken and written English

Knowledge of infection control

Communication skills

Ability to use software for documentation

Education

Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assistant program

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Dental software systems

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant in Sioux Falls, SD, to support dental procedures ranging from restorative to oral surgery. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and have relevant experience or training, including a CODA-accredited program.

This full-time role offers regular working hours and extensive benefits including paid time off, competitive salary, and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be able to assist in all aspects of dental care.